Cell Tower Foreman

Tower Foreman – Full-Time
Company: Aero Constructors LLC
Location: Field-based, primarily Colorado
Website: www.aeroconstructors.com
Aero Constructors LLC is hiring a full-time Tower Foreman to lead field crews on tower construction, maintenance, lighting, antenna, and RF line projects. We perform work for wireless carriers, utility companies, broadcasters, and government/public safety customers throughout Colorado and the surrounding region. The majority of our current workload is in Colorado, though occasional regional travel may be required for projects in Nebraska, Wyoming, and nearby areas. We have shop locations in Ault, CO and Grand Island, NE, but this is primarily a field-based role. Crews typically dispatch directly from home to job sites using company-provided vehicles, with occasional shop reporting, material pickup, or staging as needed.
This role is intended for more than just a traditional Tower Foreman. As a small and growing company, we are looking for someone who can step into a broader leadership role within the organization, help improve field operations, mentor technicians, uphold quality and safety standards, and grow with the company over time.
Job Overview
The Tower Foreman is responsible for leading a crew in the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrade of communication towers and related equipment. Work may include tower lighting systems, antennas, RF transmission lines, mounting hardware, grounding, cabling, equipment installation, site maintenance, and related telecom infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership position. The Foreman is expected to work alongside the crew while also managing jobsite safety, productivity, quality, communication, and daily execution.
Key Responsibilities
Lead tower crews on daily field operations
Climb and perform hands-on tower work as needed
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade tower systems and telecom equipment
Read and follow scopes of work, closeout requirements, drawings, and customer specifications
Coordinate materials, tools, vehicles, equipment, and daily jobsite needs
Communicate with project managers, customers, and crew members
Maintain a safe jobsite and enforce company/OSHA safety requirements
Track job progress, photos, closeout documentation, and daily reporting
Train and support less-experienced technicians
Represent the company professionally on customer sites
Preferred Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
Any experience with microwave systems is highly preferred
At least 5 years of experience in the cell tower industry
At least 2 years of experience as a Top Hand, Tower Foreman, or similar crew-lead role
This experience is preferred, not required. Candidates with strong technical ability, leadership potential, safety awareness, and relevant telecom/tower experience may still be considered.
Travel Requirements
Majority of current work is within Colorado
Primarily day travel within assigned work areas
Occasional overnight travel depending on job location
Regional travel may include Nebraska, Wyoming, and surrounding areas
Overnight travel may range from 2–5 nights per week during certain projects
$35/day per diem for overnight stays
Position Details
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00–$38.00 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Typically 40–60 hours per week
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x
Work Setting: Field-based, outdoors, construction sites, tower sites, and elevated work environments
Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Strong communication and leadership skills
Basic computer and smartphone skills
Strong organizational habits and attention to detail
Able to work independently and lead a crew in the field
Comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions
Physically and mentally able to climb and work at heights over 150 feet
Willing to follow and enforce company and OSHA safety requirements
Must provide basic hand tools and appropriate outdoor work gear
Benefits
Paid training
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Safety equipment and training certs provided by company
Flexible scheduling when job conditions allow
Company-provided vehicle for approved work use
Work Location
This is an in-person, field-based position with travel to various job sites. Regular office attendance is not required, but occasional reporting to a company shop, supplier, or staging location may be necessary depending on the job.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
Yes