Construction Crewman - Tower

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Job Summary:

The applicant will have the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully layout a site and install tower foundations, ability to tie and place rebar cages per specifications, install equipment shelter foundations, finish exposed concrete and tower road constructions (to include finished grade, fabric, and culverts).

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for company provided vehicle, trailer, tools, equipment and supplies
• Excavating, forming, and pouring tower foundation spread footings
• Forming footings, walls, and slabs
• Tie rebar mats, and cages 
• Trenching and installing PVC conduit and ground rings
• Fencing of foundation perimeters
• Shoveling and raking dirt and gravel 
• Pick up trash on site daily
• Take pictures of final work and provide all turnover documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
• Good organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
• Comfortable working outdoors in the elements while working with a great team
• Ability to climb extended heights upwards of 200’ is a plus but not required
• Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check. 
• Proven ability to operate excavation equipment
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required. 
• Experience with basic hand tools

Job Classification:

• Field Operations: Construction - Tower
• Non-Exempt

Work Environment/Hazards:

• Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
• In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
• Moderate noise level
• Use of PPE
• Working in elevated places such as towers

Physical Demands:

• Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of at least 60 pounds or more
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
• Must be able to climb roof tops of all types and to perform job duties from high places. 
• Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up roofs and vertical tower repeatedly
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position
• Frequently required to use hand and power tools
• Must have the ability to climb extended heights upwards of 200 feet and pass the Tower Climbing Certification

Working Hours/Days:

• Min 40 hours, flexible
• Overtime as needed
• Monday through Friday

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 75% travel required
• Some overnight will be required

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace:

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Employee Acknowledgement

By signing below the employee confirms that they have read, understand and agree to the job requirements and duties and understand that in the event that they are not able to meet the requirements or duties it may result in the termination of their employment.

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace:

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.