Underground Foreman, Telecommunication

Description

• Locates, measures and marks site locations and placement of structures and equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
• Assigns work to crews, based on material and/or worker requirements of specific jobs
• Analyzes worker and production problems and recommends solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans
• Reads blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures
• Confers with managerial and technical personnel, other departments and contractors to resolve problems and to coordinate activities
• Inspects work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
• Oversees, coordinates and schedules the activities of construction technicians
• Orders materials and supplies, as directed
• Estimates material and worker requirements to complete jobs
• Coordinates work activities with other construction project activities
• Trains workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures and company policies

Requirements

• Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools
• 5+ years of underground telecommunications construction experience required
• Working knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, OSHA and operating safety standards
• Ability to work outside of business hours when needed, overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends etc., in all seasons
• Working knowledge of construction trenching, missiling, placing of duct, CIC, coax, fiber, pedestals & vaults
• Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving; CDL preferred
• Ability to travel up to 90% regionally
• Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time, year-round in all weather conditions
• Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work upon an extension ladder (approximately 28 feet high and 75 pounds), ability to climb poles or other structures as needed
• Ability to occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, electricity and/or powerlines, risk of exposure to electrical shock, radiation, vibration
• Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption
• High level of energy, motivation and attention to detail
• Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)
• Ability to safely operate various types of utility vehicles and equipment

Benefits

• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!
• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match!
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Compensation: $28 - $36 per hour, DOE

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance