Tower Crew Lead

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company , our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes —the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.

We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a "Team First" focus , where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.

We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.

In addition to a competitive salary range, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

This includes:

Financial Wellbeing

401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable

Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable

Health and Mental Wellbeing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage

Paid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligible

Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives

Personal Growth & Balance

Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role

Education assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligible

Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

Benefit offerings are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable law, and may vary based on factors such as employment status, job classification, work location, and scheduled hours. Certain benefits may not be available to part-time employees or employees working fewer than 30 hours per week. The company reserves the right to modify or terminate benefit plans at any time, consistent with applicable law.

If you’re ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.

Your Next Career Opportunity – Tower Crew Lead

Supervise and perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality construction for expedited commercial deployment of services. Supervise subcontractors and job site personnel to complete scope of work assigned.

What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities

• •Inspect and approve all sub-contractor's work.
• •Schedule and coordinate with all local authorities for required inspections.
• •Complete work in a timely and efficient manner by planning, prioritizing and mobilizing staff, materials and subcontractors to meet progression schedule.
• •Ensure Construction Supervisor is apprised of construction progress, concerns and deviations from plans or established schedule.
• •Identify all materials and other resources needed to complete project.
• •Coordinate resources to meet construction schedules.
• •Coordinate delivery and off-loading of towers, materials, generators and shelters.
• •Identify construction "punch list" of items to be remedied and ensure they are completed prior to customer’s inspection.
• •Finalize all inspections to close project.
• •Assign tasks to fellow crew members and perform civil or tower construction activities such as (These preceding items are civil construction activities), stacking towers, testing, positioning antennas, installing antennas, running coax, etc.
• •Ensure tasks assigned to crew are completed in timely, quality manner.
• •Train and assist employees in completing tasks. Professionally interact with client’s representatives.
• •May maintain and enforce all SBA and OSHA safety practices, perform daily jobsite safety inspections on equipment prior to operation. Immediately stops work when unsafe work practices or conditions exist.
• •Must be able to work overtime to include Saturdays, Sundays and evening hours.
• •Must be able to satisfactorily complete all aspects of SBA’s Tower U training classes.
• •Other projects and duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

• •H.S. Diploma/GED
• •and 5+ years tower construction background. Must possess ability to read blueprints, details and specifications, knowledge of Test Equipment, Sweep, PIM & Fiber, and Certification in each, and knowledge of standard knots.
• •or 2+ years tower construction background and NWSA/TTT-1 Certification, both written and practical.
• •and 1+ years of leadership experience.
• •English Language Fluency Required.
• •Must possess the physical ability to climb to heights of up to 500 feet.

• •Demonstrated knowledge and intermediate proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook.
• •Domestic Travel 90% of the time and able to operate a company vehicle at the CMV level.
• •Valid Government Issued Driver's License
• •Health Services\Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical Req

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone.

Visual ability correctable to 20/20.

Ability to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

Standing 90% of the day.

Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.

Ability to stoop and bend.

Ability to reach and stretch.

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Ability to walk, stand, bend and climb.

Ability to work on job site in remote location for extended periods of time.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Risk of electrical shock and radiation.

Work near mechanical parts.

May work in high, precarious places.

Very loud noise levels equivalent to earth moving equipment and jack hammers.

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• In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.

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