Aerial Foreman

Thayer; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thayer Power and Communication is seeking an Aerial Fiber Foreman to lead overhead telecommunications construction, maintenance, and operations. The role requires a detail-oriented, self-motivated professional capable of ensuring high quality work.

The Foreman will supervise the aerial crew, coordinate schedules, manage safety, and communicate with upper management. Availability for local weekend and evening call-outs is required.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A CDL and extensive aerial telephone experience.
• Experience reading engineering plans and installing underground inner-duct and cables.
• Proficient with proper paperwork and documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and installation instructions to ensure conformance with design specs.
• Organize the job schedule to stay on budget and on time.
• Direct the activities of the crew and field operator on site.
• Conduct site safety assessments and document hazards; participate in safety meetings.
• Communicate with Area Manager and VP of Telephone Division.
• Ensure routine field maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Read plans

Underground cable placement

Mini excavator

Documentation

Communication

Team leadership

Time management

Travel

Heavy equipment

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

Job Summary:

Thayer Power and Communication is looking for a Aerial Fiber Foreman who will be responsible for performing and overseeing construction, maintenance and operation of overhead telecommunications. We are seeking a self-motivated, detail oriented individual with attention to high level of quality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise assigned aerial crew.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review project plans, specifications installation instructions to ensure the project is built according to the approved design specifications
• Organizing the schedule for the jobmaking sure the job stays on budget and on time
• Direct the activities of the crew, operator installer on the jobsite
• Conduct site safety assessments and identify all safety hazards on job site, participate in weekly safety meetings, properly fill out necessary documentation, record time for your crew, etc.
• Communicate with the Area Manager and /or VP of Telephone Division
• Ensure field maintenance on equipment is performed routinely
• Available on weekends and evenings for local call outs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read engineering plans
• Experience doing underground inner-duct and cable placement
• Able to operate a mini excavator
• Must be proficient with paperwork and possess good communication skills
• Ability to motivate crews through teamwork and solid communication skills
• Must be able to work within time controls and troubleshoot issues
• Ability to travel for projects
• Experience operating heavy equipment

Education and Experience:

• Class A CDL required
• Extensive aerial telephone experience required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets