What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tower Foreman position at MRC Towers, Inc.?
Tower Foreman
MRC Towers, Inc is looking for qualified and motivated individuals to join our unique and growing company. MRC Towers prides itself on offering a great culture and work environment, while ensuring high production, quality, and most importantly, safety, on our job sites.
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Tower Foreman to lead a crew in the construction, maintenance, and modification of telecommunications towers. The ideal candidate has hands‑on tower experience, proven leadership skills, and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency.
Job Description & Requirements
- Safety Conscious
- Physically able and willing to climb cell towers up to 400ft.
- Travel up to two weeks at a time
- Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions, which sometimes include more extreme hot or cold weather conditions.
- Construction experience is Required.
- Complete all necessary training (Comp Climber, OSHA, CPR, First Aid, Etc.)
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- Supervise and direct a tower crew on a variety of projects including new builds, upgrades, and maintenance.
- Ensure all work is performed to industry standards, customer specifications, and safety regulations.
- Coordinate daily work schedules, delegate tasks, and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
- Conduct on‑site safety meetings and enforce company safety policies.
- Perform hands‑on tower climbing, rigging, antenna and RRH installation, and troubleshooting as needed.
- Competent with test gear (Anritsu, ODM, and PIM)
- Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and crew members to ensure clear expectations and project success.
- Inspect tools, equipment, and PPE regularly to ensure they are in safe operating condition.
- Strong knowledge of tower construction methods, rigging, and safety procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, RFDS, and specifications
- Able to perform and train Coax and Fiber routing/handling.
- Knowledge of tower rigging techniques and capstan operations
- Proficient with installation of antennas, RRH’s, ground kits, RET systems.
- Knows the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- Installation and modifying sector mounts, T-Booms, platforms, and banding of monopoles.
- Installation of Ice Bridges.
- Installing, testing, and troubleshooting RRU/BBU equipment on towers.
- Complete site documentation including closeouts, JSA’s, test results, etc.
- Must be able to pass drug screen and background check and MVR.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Meals & incidentals stipend
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40