Operations Site Lead

American Tower

Operations Site Lead at American Tower collecting data on tower assets and managing repairs. Ensuring compliance and engagement with customers and vendors while maintaining data quality.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $31 - $42 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect data from all assigned tower assets while maintaining high standards of data quality.
Use multiple methods for data collection, including Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Partner cross-functionally to manage maintenance and repairs within a geographic area for all asset types, including towers, rooftop installations, fiber-based networks, and generators.
Perform routine site audits on assets in an assigned area/zone.
Ensure all assets meet safety, compliance, and asset integrity standards.
Engage with customers and vendors to manage projects and ensure timelines and safety standards are met.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum 2 years of work experience in telecommunications or a related field required.
Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license, have a demonstrated safe driving record, and be able to travel extensively by car or truck.
Must have, or within a year of hire obtain, FAA Part 107 Certification to operate UAS.
Vendor management experience, real-estate management experience, or a civil construction background preferred.
Knowledge of radio transmitters, receivers, antennas, radio frequency, wireless, or ethernet backhaul experience preferred.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to use additional Company software applications.
Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and traverse developed and undeveloped construction sites.
Approximately 40% overnight travel may be required in support of the position’s responsibilities.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare coverage
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Sick leave
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

data collectionUAS operationsite auditssafety complianceasset integrityvendor managementreal-estate managementcivil constructionradio frequencywireless networking

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsproject managementprioritizationcustomer engagementcross-functional collaborationtime managementproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detail

Certifications

FAA Part 107 Certification