Underground Telecom Construction Foreman

Responsibilities

• Foremen are responsible for safety and efficiency on telecommunication underground construction projects. This includes daily oversight of the crew members, equipment, vehicles and tools.
  
• Foreman report to the Supervisors, assisting the company with meeting projected goals, developing team, improving work methods, building up and maintaining positive morale, upkeep of vehicles and equipment.
  
• Manage the State�s 811 System for projects (JULIE, MISS DIG, etc.)
  
• Follow up with permitting process when needed
  
• Assist with organization of project details, pre, during, and post project
  
• Maintain positive morale of crew, excalating relevant matters as needed.
  
• Helping with coordination training needs for Safety and Operations
  
• Drive truck and trailer (with equipment) to jobsite as needed
  
• Participating in preventative maintenance of equipment, including drill rig, truck and trailer. Assist with coordination of fleet as needed
  
• Consistent and thorough project detail communication between you and others (verbal & written)
  
• Job Estimating data collection
  
• Inventory Control tasks
  

Qualifications

• Proven record of safely working around utilities
  
• Minimum 2 years experience as first line supervisor of people.
  
• Minimum 5 years experience in underground utility construction., telecom knowledge a plus
  
• Class A CDL with Air Brake preferred, or ability to obtain one in timely manner (with Company assistance), along with DOT Medical Certification.
  
• Willingness to jump in and help out where needed
  
• Ability to treat others well and help to create positive work environments for all
  
• Overnight travel required often, M-F (with per diem and Company truck)
  
• Ability to work occasionally on the weekends.
  
• Care of Company supplied equipment, laptop, phone, truck, tools, etc.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• 401(k) matching
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Health savings account
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Referral program
  
• Vision insurance
  

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• supervising people: 2 years (Preferred)
  
• utility underground construction: 5 years (Preferred)
  

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Preferred)
  

Ability to Commute:

• Caledonia, MI 49316 (Required)
  

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)
  

Work Location: In person