Telecom & Utility Foreman - Lead Hands-On Crew (Travel)

ElectriCom; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Isbell Construction LLC, an ElectriCom subsidiary, seeks a Foreman to lead a 3–5 person crew on telecommunications and utility construction projects in Florence, TX. The role involves hands-on work, equipment operation, trenching, and site preparation, with outdoor work in all weather and possible overnight travel.

The position requires prior foreman experience in telecom/utility/construction, safety acumen, and the ability to read construction plans.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Foreman in telecom, utility, or construction.
• 3–5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong understanding of job-site safety practices and utility-location awareness.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and job specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to direct and motivate a crew.
• Proficiency operating heavy equipment.
• Willingness to perform labor tasks when equipment operation is not required.
• CDL preferred or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

• Lead a 3–5 person crew on aerial and underground fiber-construction projects.
• Maintain a safe job site and ensure crew compliance with safety procedures.
• Plan and schedule daily work to meet production goals.
• Perform hands-on tasks alongside the crew.
• Conduct job-site and equipment inspections.
• Communicate project expectations and progress with management and customers.
• Support a team-oriented work environment and encourage crew development.
• Travel to job sites, including overnight out-of-town assignments; overtime may be required.
• Participate in required training and perform traffic control as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team management

Reading construction plans

Communication

Heavy equipment operation

Willingness to perform labor tasks

CDL preferred

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Isbell Construction LLC, an ElectriCom subsidiary, seeks a Foreman to lead a 3–5 person crew on telecommunications and utility construction projects in Florence, TX. The role involves hands-on work, equipment operation, trenching, and site preparation, with outdoor work in all weather and possible overnight travel.

The position requires prior foreman experience in telecom/utility/construction, safety acumen, and the ability to read construction plans.