Novotech Construction Inc. is a rapidly growing construction company located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, serving the wireless telecommunications industry.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
Construction Manager
Basic Job Description:
The Construction Manager is responsible for managing assigned construction activities of telecommunication sites and overseeing all aspects of wireless construction for 4-6 crews. This position is vital to ensure quality construction is being performed within established budget and schedule while retaining customer standards of performance. It also requires the employee to remain knowledgeable and up-to-date on customer specifications and train employees to produce quality sites, which meet or exceed customer expectations. Communication is a key factor in the success of this position.
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Tower Foreman
Basic Job Description:
This is a leadership position. It will require leading a crew of 4-5 tower technicians in completing a wide variety of wireless communication construction. This position also requires climbing communication towers and teaching crew members with less experience how to safely and efficiently do all aspects of wireless construction. Staying out of town and working in all weather conditions is required. Excellent written and oral communication is a must in this position.
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Tower Technicians
Basic Job Description:
Being a Tower Technician is not for the faint at heart but with Novotech Construction Inc. it can be an exciting and challenging career opportunity. Tower Technicians work irregular hours, travel frequently, and work at great heights in extreme weather conditions. This is an exciting opportunity for self-starters who are interested in expanding their knowledge of the business. Become a part of our team of excellence in this rapidly expanding industry!
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Construction Manager
5+years experience
Cell Tower Construction Manager (Altoona, PA)
As a Construction Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Accountable for the site safety, quality, schedule and cost on assigned projects.
- Responsible for assuring availability of resources with proper expertise and tools to support assigned construction project execution.
- Serves as main point of contact between Project Manager and crew members.
- Responsible for overseeing 4-6 construction crews.
- Reconcile construction activities.
- Reports project status and performance data as required to management.
- Maintain and enforce all and OSHA safety practices and perform daily job site safety inspections. Immediately stop work on any site where unsafe work practices or conditions exist, regardless of who is performing the work. Conduct weekly job site safety meetings with all employees and subcontractors. Submit report to safety representative on topics discussed and names of those in attendance.
- Troubleshoot field issues – including employee relations, customer concerns, and subcontractor problems and scheduling issues. Document corrective actions initiated, inform Territory Management of any issues not immediately resolved.
- Interface with client's representative to resolve issues, schedule customer provided equipment deliveries and ensure total customer satisfaction.
- Maintain open communication with internal/external field personnel and respond, if possible, or convey their needs and concerns to appropriate office personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of installation, terminating, and testing all aspects of a wireless communication site, including antennas, connectors, and steel on towers and rooftops, sweep testing, grounding, foundations, and site troubleshooting.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Telecommunications industry.
- Willingness to take hands on approach in leading their team through demonstration.
- Excellent written and oral communication is required.
- Strong interpersonal skills are essential, as well as having a strong work ethic.
- Candidate must have valid driver's license.
- Must have minimum OSHA certification.
- Possession of a valid driver license and be able to pass the Motor Vehicle Records check.
- RF Awareness, replacement and maintenance i.e. coax, jumpers, TMA's, connectors and weatherproofing
- Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Project Manager / Company President.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
- Medical Insurance; other benefits including IRA savings with 3 percent match after 1 year of employment
- Travel lodging company paid; daily (per diem) meal allowance also provided.
- Vacation and Holiday pay.
- Personal and Medical day pay.
- This is a full-time salary position.
Tower Foreman
5+ years experience
Cell Tower Construction Foreman/Crew Lead (Altoona, PA)
As a Tower Foreman, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the day-to-day activities of a group of Tower Technicians.
- Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
- The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
- Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
- Communicating orally and in writing.
- Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
- Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
- Act as a team lead and mentor to less experienced Tower Technicians.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have 5+ years of experience climbing and working on towers.
- Have the ability to complete the Novotech Construction Tower Technician Training Program.
- Must be a well-organized self-starter with a strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to take hands on approach in leading their team through demonstration.
- Possession of a valid driver license and be able to pass the Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Must have experience with line sweep and fiber testing gear.
- Current Comtrain or equivalent certification in Tower Climbing Safety and Rescue Certification, OSHA trained, safety trained, line sweep certified, and First AID/CPR trained.
- RF Awareness, replacement, and maintenance i.e. coax, jumpers, TMA's, connectors, and weatherproofing.
- Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Construction Manager.
- Must have the ability to complete close out packages on time.
- Must have the ability to interface with customers and resolve problems.
- Must have the ability to run a crew of 2-5 climbers and solve team issues.
- Must maintain level of excellence in crew's quality of work and mindset.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
- Competitive hourly wage depending on job experience and training level.
- Medical Insurance; other benefits including IRA savings with 3 percent match after 1 year of employment
- Travel lodging company paid; daily (per diem) meal allowance also provided.
- Vacation and Holiday pay.
- Personal and Medical day pay.
- This is a full-time hourly position.
Tower Technician III (Top Hand)
3 - 5 years experience
Cell Tower Construction Lead (Altoona, PA)
As a Tower Technician III (top hand), your responsibilities will include:
- Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
- The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
- Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
- Communicating orally and in writing.
- Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
- Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
- Act as a team lead and mentor to less experienced Tower Technicians.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have 3 to 5 years of experience climbing and working on towers.
- Have the ability to complete the Novotech Construction Tower Technician Training Program.
- Willingness to take hands on approach in leading their team through demonstration.
- Current Com Train or equivalent certification in Tower Climbing Safety and Rescue Certification required and willing to be trained as such.
- Must have minimum OSHA certification.
- Comm. trained, OSHA trained, safety trained, Anritsu certified and First AID/CPR trained.
- Possession of a valid driver license and be able to pass the Motor Vehicle Records check.
- Must have experience with line sweep and fiber testing gear.
- RF Awareness, replacement and maintenance i.e. coax, jumpers, TMA's, connectors and weatherproofing
- Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Tower Foreman.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
- Competitive hourly wage depending on job experience and training level.
- Medical Insurance; other benefits including IRA savings with 3 percent match after 1 year of employment
- Travel lodging company paid; daily (per diem) meal allowance also provided.
- Vacation and Holiday pay.
- Personal and Medical day pay.
- This is a full-time hourly position.
Tower Technician II
1 - 3 years experience
Cell Tower Construction Technician II (Altoona, PA)
As a Tower Technician II, your responsibilities will include:
- Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
- The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
- Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
- Communicating orally and in writing.
- Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
- Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
- Work under close supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have 1 to 3 years of industry experience
- Have the ability to complete the Novotech Construction Tower Technician Training Program.
- Current Com Train or equivalent certification in Tower Climbing Safety and Rescue Certification required and willing to be trained as such
- Must have minimum OSHA certification.
- Comm. trained, OSHA trained, safety trained, line sweep certified and First AID/CPR trained.
- Possession of a valid driver license.
- Must have experience with line sweep and fiber testing gear.
- Must have experience installing waveguide, antennas and microwave dishes.
- RF Awareness, replacement and maintenance i.e. coax, jumpers, TMA's, connectors and weatherproofing.
- Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Tower Foreman.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
- Competitive hourly wage depending on job experience and training level.
- Medical Insurance; other benefits including IRA savings with 3 percent match after 1 year of employment
- Travel lodging company paid; daily (per diem) meal allowance also provided.
- Vacation and Holiday pay.
- Personal and Medical day pay.
- This is a full-time hourly position.
Tower Technician I
0 - 1 years experience
Cell Tower Construction Technician I (Altoona, PA)
As a Tower Technician I, your responsibilities will include:
- Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
- The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
- Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
- Communicating orally and in writing.
- Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
- Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
- Work under close supervision.
- Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
- 0 to 1 years of industry experience.
- Have the ability to complete the Novotech Construction Tower Technician Training Program.
- Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
- Must have valid driver's license and meet company specific criteria to drive company vehicle.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
- Competitive hourly wage depending on job experience and training level.
- Medical Insurance; other benefits including IRA savings with 3 percent match after 1 year of employment
- Travel lodging company paid; daily (per diem) meal allowance also provided.
- Vacation and Holiday pay.
- Personal and Medical day pay.
- This is a full-time hourly position.