Underground Foreman - Long Haul Travel

SEFNCO Communications Inc; United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Boot Voucher

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group seeks an Underground Foreman to lead field crews on nationwide telecom projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. You will oversee mainline and FTTH work, perform equipment operations, and coordinate with leadership and customers.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in telecom construction with a year of crew leadership, OSHA-10, and ability to travel extensively. Competitive hourly pay and strong safety culture are offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years telecom construction, including 1+ year leading a crew.
• UGE/fiber experience across drop and mainline work; aerial a plus.
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 20/30 and excavator training preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground construction crews in the field.
• Prioritize safety with daily safety meetings and standards.
• Oversee mainline and FTTH projects and fiber counts.
• Operate and supervise heavy equipment and trenching tools.
• Coordinate with leadership and customers to resolve field issues.
• Complete daily paperwork and project documentation.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in working order.

Skills

Safety leadership

Telecom construction

Crew supervision

Blueprints reading

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Field safety meetings

Travel availability

Job description

Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Underground Foreman, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities

As an Underground Foreman, you will lead and work alongside underground construction crews in the field on large-scale, long-haul telecom projects nationwide. You'll oversee daily operations, productivity, quality, and safety while ensuring work is completed efficiently and to customer specifications.

• Lead, mentor, and work alongside underground construction crews in the field
• Prioritize safety by conducting daily safety meetings and enforcing company and industry standards
• Oversee mainline and FTTH construction projects, including fiber counts from 4-864
• Operate and oversee backhoes, dozers, cable plows, trenchers, air compressors, reel trailers, and other construction equipment
• Troubleshoot field issues and coordinate solutions with leadership and customers
• Complete daily paperwork, timesheets, job instructions, and project documentation
• Coordinate site activities and maintain customer relationships
• Ensure vehicles, equipment, and tools are maintained and operational
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

About You:

• Safety-focused, quality-driven, hands-on leader who enjoys coaching and mentoring a crew
• 4+ years of telecom construction experience, including 1+ year leading a crew, with well-rounded UGE/fiber experience across drop and mainline work; aerial experience is a plus
• Skilled in construction, equipment operation, troubleshooting, and reading blueprints, RFDS, site plans, and SOWs
• Experience operating mini excavators, drop plows, heavy equipment, and bucket trucks; directional drilling experience is a plus
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 20/30 and excavator training preferred
• Able to lift 50 lbs., work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outdoors in varying conditions
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card for driving purposes; CDL preferred
• Open to travel nationwide 7 days a week, per diem, 4-5 weeks on, and 5 days off on a rotating schedule (50+ hours per week, depending on the weather), and working overtime consistently

MOS Codes 12H, 3E251, 3E271, 4305 relate well to this position.

Compensation

Compensation of $34-$40 per hour, based on licenses and the experience.

Hard work pays off. See what you will get for your effort:

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time

Employee Referral Program

Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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