Telecom Field Supervisor

Primary Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Services seeks a Telecom Field Supervisor in Houston to lead a crew of 10–12 technicians in fiber optic construction, aerial work, and OSP maintenance. The role blends field leadership with hands-on engineering, scheduling, and reporting to keep projects on track.

The position is primarily daytime, five days onsite in Houston, with occasional after-hours emergencies. Experience as a Fiber Foreman or Crew Lead and proficiency with Excel/Outlook/Teams are required to succeed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with telecom line crews, fiber optic construction, or OSP maintenance.
• Experience supervising field personnel and managing crew schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and computer-based reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of approximately 10–12 telecommunications field employees, overseeing assignments, schedules, productivity, and performance.
• Supervise aerial and underground fiber construction, OSP maintenance, network repairs, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Work alongside field crews on fiber lashing, rerouting, damage repairs, troubleshooting, and construction activities.
• Perform fieldwork from bucket‑truck aerial lifts when required, following applicable equipment and safety procedures.
• Coordinate emergency network restoration, storm response, and priority construction projects.
• Plan daily labor, equipment, materials, and field resources to support project completion.
• Maintain work orders, crew schedules, construction documentation, and operational reports.
• Monitor jobsite safety, field workmanship, and compliance with telecommunications construction standards.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and scheduling applications to manage daily administrative responsibilities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and leadership to resolve operational challenges and maintain project schedules.
• Balance field supervision with employee accountability, performance follow‑up, and administrative duties.

Skills

Telecom field leadership

Fiber optic construction

Crew supervision

MS Office reporting

Bucket truck operations

Safety compliance

Onsite availability

Emergency response

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Advance from Crew Lead to Supervisor | Hands-On Fieldwork | Primarily Daytime Schedule

Step into a leadership role without leaving the field behind. Join an established Houston telecommunications provider where your experience in fiber optic construction, aerial line work, and outside plant maintenance will help lead a crew of 10–12 professionals. Take greater ownership of daily operations, stay involved in hands‑on network repairs and construction, and build on your experience as a fiber foreman or crew lead.

The Telecom Field Supervisor will oversee OSP fiber construction, maintenance, and emergency restoration projects throughout Houston. This working supervisor position combines approximately 60% hands‑on field involvement with 40% scheduling, reporting, and crew management. From coordinating aerial and underground construction to assisting crews with bucket‑truck operations and network repairs, the role is designed for a telecommunications professional ready to lead from the field while managing day‑to‑day operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of approximately 10–12 telecommunications field employees, overseeing assignments, schedules, productivity, and performance.
• Supervise aerial and underground fiber construction, OSP maintenance, network repairs, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Work alongside field crews on fiber lashing, rerouting, damage repairs, troubleshooting, and construction activities.
• Perform fieldwork from bucket‑truck aerial lifts when required, following applicable equipment and safety procedures.
• Coordinate emergency network restoration, storm response, and priority construction projects.
• Plan daily labor, equipment, materials, and field resources to support project completion.
• Maintain work orders, crew schedules, construction documentation, and operational reports.
• Monitor jobsite safety, field workmanship, and compliance with telecommunications construction standards.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and scheduling applications to manage daily administrative responsibilities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and leadership to resolve operational challenges and maintain project schedules.
• Balance field supervision with employee accountability, performance follow‑up, and administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with telecommunications line crews, fiber optic construction, or OSP maintenance required.
• Experience as a Fiber Foreman, Telecom Line Crew Lead, OSP Construction Supervisor, Fiber Maintenance Supervisor, or similar field leader.
• Knowledge of aerial and underground fiber construction, fiber lashing, rerouting, damage repairs, and network maintenance.
• Experience supervising field personnel, assigning work, and managing crew schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and computer‑based reporting required.
• Experience maintaining construction records, work orders, operational reports, and field schedules.
• Knowledge of telecommunications construction safety practices and field operations.
• Ability to safely access, occupy, and perform required work from bucket‑truck aerial lift platforms, within manufacturer equipment specifications, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform essential physical fieldwork alongside crews, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Military leadership experience preferred but not required.
• Availability to work onsite in Houston five days per week, including occasional after‑hours emergencies, storm response, or major projects.

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: Target $75,000–$80,000, with flexibility up to $85,000 for highly qualified candidates.
• Schedule: Primarily daytime, approximately 40 hours per week, with occasional emergency or on‑call responsibilities.
• Work Arrangement: Houston‑based, five days onsite; approximately 60% field and 40% office.