The Communications Technician Lead manages the communication activities for the work site, including materials, equipment, and personnel. They will work with the Project Manager and/or Construction Manager to identify the materials and equipment needed to perform the work. This support includes working with procurement. The Lead will support receiving equipment and materials at the job site, track receiving tickets, and bills of lading. The Lead will organize shipments and activity on the work site, deployment of shipments, invoices, and project expenses. May require travel depending on the construction project or contract. This position requires knowledge of industry standards and practices for site civil work, camera installations, media boxes, and communications cabinets, fiber activities, including installation, splicing, fiber shelter, and power installations. Additionally, this role is responsible for ensuring a safe workplace and promoting the safety standards set by the organization, which is a Safety-First approach. The Communication Tech Lead is a detail-oriented and organized professional who will work for a Construction or Project Manager to oversee a crew of two to eight field personnel.
Site Management
- Works with Construction or Project Manager to accurately track and report materials used, hours work is performed, tasks, outcomes, and equipment usage
- Directs and manages work tasks as provided by the site manager (Project Manager, Construction Manager, Field Engineer).
- Oversee the proper use and operation of equipment, hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and materials.
- Assigns and directs assigned field teams (general labor, tower technicians, electricians, operators, and field service representatives, concrete workers as assigned).
- Inspects and monitors the quality of work product.
- Supports receiving material and equipment at the job site with accurate documentation and reporting.
- Support the kitting of materials for delivery to the project.
- Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, design documents, and work instructions.
- Maintains and captures work processes during the performance of work activities
- Entrusted with company assets, government equipment, and confidential information and materials.
- Ability to be flexible and work for extended periods of time, overtime, on weekends, holidays, and overnight as required by the business and contract.
- Travel may be required for the project and based on business needs
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Safety
- Responsible for creating and maintaining an orderly and safe work environment at work sites.
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety program
- Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections
- Operate equipment within federal, state, local, and company regulations
- Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself or endanger the well-being of others
- Cooperate with safety personnel, supervisors, and managers to ensure proper procedures are conducted according to the Company's Safety Policies
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Teamwork
- Works closely with the Program Manager, Project Manager, Field Service Representatives, Construction Managers, Security, Quality, and Customer Representatives in a collaborative environment
- Participate as a vital crew member and contribute to the success of the project and the organization
- Promote a team approach and maintain communications with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas
- Collaborate as a team to meet organizational deadlines, outcomes, and mission objectives
- Complete daily reports and timecards
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Reporting
- Perform job-related reporting requirements per contract and corporate policies and practices
- Daily safety and production reports
- Provide daily production data to the supervisor as requested
- Perform accurate timecard updates daily and sign timecards weekly to support reporting and payroll activities
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Driving
- Operate a company vehicle in accordance with local laws/regulations
- Operate the vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
- Keep assigned vehicle clean and orderly
- Report maintenance requirements and/or damage in a timely manner
- Ensure subordinates operate vehicles safely and within company policy and in accordance local laws/regulations
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Education |
- High School or GED Required
- Bachelor's or associate's degree in a related field (preferred)
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Experience |
- Construction-related training required:
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in civil, tower, electrical, concrete, or structural construction
- Minimum two (2) years of experience leading teams in a construction environment
- Three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment (excavator, drill rig, hoist, crane, reach fork, etc.), tower climbing, rigging, or job-specific skill area
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Licenses/ Certification/ Registration |
- Current and unencumbered driver's license
- CPR and First Aid Training
- OSHA 30 (Preferred)
- Equipment Operator License - Crain, hoist, lift, drill, excavator (Preferred)
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Special knowledge, skills, & abilities |
- Demonstrate proficiency in civil, towers, electrical, concrete, or structural construction practices.
- Basic proficiency using Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
- Experience using Deltek/Costpoint systems for material management, cost reporting, and time tracking (preferred).
- Strong English language skills in verbal and written communication skills with the ability to understand, communicate, and carry out instructions.
- Proficiency in problem-solving and experience developing and implementing solutions to job-site challenges
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for measuring and prioritizing work tasks based on instructions and communicated objectives
- Ability to track and maintain daily work tasks and schedules
- Must be self-motivated and results-driven
- Successfully complete and pass pre-employment, drug, and background screening
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SKT, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer. For a general description of benefits, please visit: https://www.sktcorp.com/career-center/
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