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Telecom Foreman - Morgantown, WV

Beitzel Corporation
Full-time
On-site
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States

About Us

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Position Overview

The general role of a Telecom Foreman – Wireless Services is to safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communication sites both on the ground and at elevated heights without direct supervision. In addition, the Telecom Foreman will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of up to 6 members. This work will be performed in both commercial and industrial locations.


This individual will represent Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. This position will require a flexible schedule which may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays.


The Telecom Foreman will report to the Department Manager – Wireless Services and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

What You'll Do

  • Perform and oversee on site work activities and documentation as required or directed
  • Train and mentor Wireless Services team members
  • Build, install, troubleshoot, and repair customer communications sites to include expansion and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks
  • Lead and mentor a team of up to 6 members and participate as an active team member in work being performed
  • Read and edit site documents such as Construction Drawings
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality
  • Observe and report possible defects or hazards in equipment and work site
  • Document job costs, including labor hours and material in an accurate and timely manner
  • Accurately follow instructions and complete assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work and methods of procedures (MOPs)
  • Complete physical material inventory upon delivery
  • Perform pre-work and post-work site audits and maintenance inspections
  • Obtain written customer approval for change orders
  • Operate Test Equipment
  • Assist management in scheduling labor, materials, and other job tasks
  • Assist Wireless Services Project Manager on all aspects of project execution and completion including timely documentation
  • Assist the Wireless Services Project Manager in writing reports from field observations
  • Responsible for managing labor hours to meet project schedules while maintaining quality control of project deliverables
  • Ensure that projects are completed while maintaining quality control
  • Provide ongoing feedback to management regarding employee performance, production, and placement
  • Provide feedback and input for employee performance reviews

Other Duties

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Bring

  • 5+ years of experience in the wireless communications industry with the capacity to understand and manage multiple projects, multiple customers, and personnel preferred with at least 4+ years of experience building, installing and repairing wireless service infrastructure preferred
  • Valid Driver’s License required
  • Ability and attitude to follow rigid job safety standards and properly utilize specialized Personal Protective Equipment
  • Possess strong problem resolution and customer interaction skills
  • Possess or obtain OSHA 30 Training Certificate within 6 months of hire
  • Maintain certifications for courses such as: RF Awareness, First Aid, and CPR
  • Knowledge and ability to perform inventory mappings, maintenance inspections and site audits
  • Proficient in operating test equipment
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Fluency in English is required
  • Proficient computer skills and ability to use software applications including Microsoft Suite
  • Willingness to take on and learn new tasks and skills
  • Able to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions
  • Familiarity with general accounting/costing practices including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders and accounts payable
  • Possess demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
  • Class 2 High Visibility Vest
  • Other Job-Related Safety Equipment as Required
  • Quarterly Personal Protection Allowance (PPE) Provided to Field and Shop Personnel

Working Conditions

  • Walk, crawl or kneel / use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders, stairs, or other elevated/ fixed structures for extended periods of time
  • Sit/stand for extended periods of time
  • Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
  • Perform duties on-site and underground at industrial locations
  • Wear safety equipment: as per OSHA/MSHA/ANSI requirements including but not limited steel toed and/or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, required PPE for elevated work, fire retardant clothing, protective eye wear, etc.
  • Be safety and customer-focused, without exception

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

 

AAP/EEO Statement 
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

 

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How We'll Support You

Perks/Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Health/Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
  • Employee focused work environment
    • On-the-job mentoring and training
    • Internal job postings
    • Performance and salary reviews
    • Employee feedback program
  • Advancement through defined employee career paths
  • Safety-first and drug free work environments
    • Bonuses and incentives for working safely
    • Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
    • PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
  • Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
  • Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
  • Scholarship opportunities for dependent children