AERIAL FOREMAN - CARROLLTON, GA

gts-yes; Carrollton (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Technical Services is seeking a qualified Aerial Foreman to oversee field crews, ensure safe work zones, and coordinate fiber/coax installation tasks. The role requires reading Coaxial Design and FTTH maps, daily production tracking, and mentorship of Lineman and Ground Hand teams.

Valid DOT medical certification and a clean driving record are essential. Based in Georgia, the position emphasizes safety, daily reporting, and efficient crew supervision in line with OSHA/DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older.
• Good driving record.
• Background and drug screening.
• Ability to obtain DOT Medical Certification.
• Work with minimal supervision and complete tasks promptly.
• Able to climb poles as needed.
• Able to splice coax.
• Able to complete pole transfers.
• Capable of installing power supplies.
• Build aerial plant including strand, coax, and fiber in new/rebuild construction.
• Capable of using associated tools.
• Qualified to operate a bucket truck.
• Knowledge of OSHA/DOT safety standards for construction.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand Coaxial Design (HFC) and Fiber Design/FTTH maps.
• Track daily production and provide legible Daily Production Reports.
• Maintain safe work zone with proper equipment, signs, cones, and wheel chocks.
• Provide daily briefings to the crew before tasks.
• Mentor Lineman and Ground Hand skills.
• Inspect vehicles and trailers daily; ensure cleanliness and readiness.
• Ensure grounding/bonding requirements are met on site.

Skills

Reading Coaxial/FTTH maps

Production tracking

Safety leadership

Pole climbing

Mentorship

Reading maps/hardware requirements

Grounding/bonding knowledge

OSHA/DOT standards knowledge

DOT certification readiness

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Coaxial/fiber splicing

Job description

Gibson Technical Services is seeking qualified Aerial Foreman that should-

• Be able to read and understand Coaxial Design (Hybrid Fiber Coax- HFC)
• Be able to read and understand Fiber Design and Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Maps
• Be able to track Daily Production
• Provide a legible Daily Production Report tracking each crew members production
• Understand the Safe Practices of working aloft and maintain a safe work environment for the crew
• Review the job site prior to starting work to make sure it’s safe
• Fill Out a Daily Briefing Form and have it available on the truck
• Provide a daily briefing to the crew prior to starting each day’s task in the work zone emphasizing the areas that may be a safety concern
• Maintain all Safety equipment required for a safe work Zone, signs, cones, wheel chocks
• Train team to set up a safe work zone
• Make sure a traveling ground in in place prior to installing strand
• Make sure all vehicles and trailers are inspected daily prior to leaving yard (check fluids)
• Make sure all vehicles and trailers are set up safely in the work zone
• Make sure the work zone is picked up each night collecting all signs and cones
• Teach Lineman superior lineman skills
• Teach Ground Hand superior ground hand skills
• Practice a strong mentorship regarding
• Being on time
• Checking the truck each morning to making sure it clean and stocked
• Teach the crew to read a map and understand hardware requirements and grounding and bonding requirements
• Teach the crew the proper way to handle fiber and coaxial cables
• Always maintain the utmost importance of safety driving and working

Requirements

Must be 21 or older

Have a good driving record

Able to pass Background and Drug screening

Able to obtain DOT Medical Certification

Able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner

Able to climb poles as needed

Able to splice coax

Able to complete pole transfers

Capable of installing power supplies

Able to build aerial plant to include running/lashing/over lashing strand, coax, and fiber cables in new and rebuild construction.

Capable of utilizing associated tools for the above-described work.

Qualified to operate a bucket truck.

Qualified to follow safe work practices with a strong understanding of OSHA/DOT standards for construction.

About the Company

GTS is based in Canton, GA with operations nationally. We provide planning, engineering, construction and support services for a broad range of network infrastructure.