Foreman Aerial/Overhead Telecom Construction, Frankfort

Fishel Co; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Program

Profit Sharing

Paid Leave Benefits

Job summary

A leading utility construction company is seeking a skilled Telecom Lineman/Foreman in Frankfort, Kentucky. The role involves leading field crews, ensuring safety during operations, and maintaining project quality. Ideal candidates will possess extensive telecom experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to safety practices. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, and a profit-sharing plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in the telecom industry.
• Valid CDL-A is strongly desired.
• Must be computer and internet savvy.

Responsibilities

• Lead various sized construction projects.
• Ensure accuracy of time sheets and expense reports.
• Monitor Quality Assurance.

Skills

Telecom work experience

Running telecom crews

Blueprint reading

Equipment operating (backhoe, mini excavator)

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Team Fishel, the Best Choice Employer in the utility construction business, is looking to hire an outstanding Telecom Lineman/Foreman for our Frankfort, Kentucky location. The Telecom Lineman/Foreman will be responsible for assisting the Supervisor, by leading field crews to meet project goals in a safe manner for our new business projects within our Telecom Construction division. The Telecom Lineman/Foreman will lead a crew or crews that does strand, fiber, and make ready. The ideal candidate must be able to read prints, plan crew schedule, assist with estimating, coordinate scheduling, permitting, documentation and communicate with customers. This is a great opportunity to be part of the team that will establish Team Fishel as the leader in the utility construction industry in Kentucky as it grows.

Responsibilities

• Lead various sized construction projects
• Ensure accuracy of time sheets and expense reports
• Develop work-around procedures for maintaining crew productivity during delays caused by other trades, customer, lack of materials, absenteeism, etc.
• Monitor Quality Assurance and ensure work meets customer specification and industry standards
• Ensure safety practices are observed by all crews during their work; hold safety meetings with crews

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years experience in the industry and know telecom work
• Must have experience running telecom crews, experience working from blueprints, and specifications
• Must have experience (3+ years) in conduit placement, fiber placement, manhole placement, hand hole placement, cable and fiber pulling, and inside conduit work
• Must have equipment operating experience (backhoe, mini excavator, trencher, plow, etc.)
• Valid CDL-A is strongly desired
• Travel required as necessary
• The ideal candidate will reside within 30-45 mins of Lexington KY (negotiable)
• Must hold strong belief in Safety and lead teams with the value of being Accident-Free
• Must be computer and internet savvy (reporting, form completion, daily performance tracking, use of email, text, etc.)
• Must be a great communicator; enjoy and excel at communicating in front of small groups/crews
• Must have an eye for quality control, operate efficiently, and be time sensitive for successful project completion

Telecom Crew Responsibilities

• Planning and Initiating Projects
• Establishing OSHA and Customer Safety Requirements
• Setting Poles
• Maintaining and Repairing Overhead Fiber Optic Facilities
• Installing New Strand and Lashing Fiber

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Learn more (Español)

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

EOE/DFWP

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran