Operations Site Lead

American Tower

Operations Site Lead to support American Tower’s Network Operations department. Handling data collection and maintenance of tower assets across designated geographic areas.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 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 through implementation of Company’s Standard of Care.

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.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare coverage
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Sick leave
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness

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Hard Skills & Tools

data collectionUAS operationsite auditsasset integrity standardstelecommunications experienceradio transmittersreceiversantennasradio frequencywireless

Soft Skills

communication skillscross-functional collaborationvendor managementreal-estate managementcivil construction background

Certifications

FAA Part 107 Certification