RF Foreman – Tower Climber (Foreman) (Maintenance)
Job Title: RF Foreman - Tower ClimberDepartment: Technical Services
Position Summary:
The RF Foreman - Tower Climber is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and executing RF system installations on towers, rooftops, and in-building environments. This working foreman leads crews on-site, ensuring all tower work--including antenna installations, cabling, grounding, and testing--is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. The ideal candidate is a skilled climber with deep RF knowledge, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead field crews in the installation and maintenance of RF systems, including DAS, ERRCS, small cell, and macro site builds
Climb towers, rooftops, and other elevated structures to install, align, and secure antennas, mounts, and supporting hardware
Oversee coax, fiber, and CAT6 routing, termination, and testing
Interpret RF design documents, iBwave files, and construction drawings
Perform and review Line/Sweep, PIM, and fiber (OTDR) tests to validate system performance
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, site-specific requirements, and daily job hazard assessments (JHAs)
Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and customers to meet quality and scheduling goals
Train and mentor Tower Techs and RF Technicians, ensuring proper technique and accountability
Complete daily reports, redlines, test documentation, and closeout packages
Maintain inventory and manage tools/equipment for assigned jobsites
Qualifications:
3-5+ years of tower climbing and RF installation experience, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or foreman role
Advanced understanding of RF systems, including DAS, ERRCS, and macro cell site deployments
Proficient with test equipment: Anritsu, EXFO, PCTel, OTDR, etc.
Climbing certification (NATE/Comtrain) and experience at height required
Strong communication skills and ability to lead crews in high-pressure environments
OSHA 30, RF Safety, First Aid/CPR certifications preferred
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel and work nights/weekends when needed
Working Conditions:
Outdoor work in varying conditions, including extreme heat, wind, and heights
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb towers 100+ ft, and work in confined spaces
Overnight travel and flexible schedules required for project needs
Core Values Alignment:
We're looking for a foreman who lives and leads through our TRIBAL core values--Tenacious, Relentlessly Safe, Intentional Communicator, Better Every Day, Accountable, and a Leader.
