Underground supervisor - Texarkana, TX

Vensure Employer Solutions; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vensure Employer Solutions seeks an Underground Crew Leader - Telecom to oversee underground installation projects and coordinate a skilled crew based in Texarkana, TX.

You will plan daily operations, allocate resources, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with project managers to deliver reliable telecom infrastructure. The role requires strong leadership, hands-on troubleshooting, and familiarity with project management tools.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership abilities and team management skills.
• Technical knowledge of telecommunications systems to guide and troubleshoot on site.
• Effective communication skills for coordination with crews and managers.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges quickly.
• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.
• Knowledge of local and federal underground construction regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise underground installation crews.
• Plan and schedule daily work activities to meet timelines.
• Lead a handhole‑setting crew or a cleanup crew.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to minimize delays.
• Maintain communication with project managers and supervisors.
• Ensure safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with project management software and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Telecommunications knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Project management software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Position Summary

The Underground Crew Leader - Telecom oversees and coordinates underground telecommunications installation projects. Responsibilities include managing a team of skilled workers, planning daily operations, allocating resources, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, providing guidance and support, troubleshooting installation issues to minimize disruptions, and maintaining communication with project managers and supervisors to deliver reliable, high‑quality telecommunications infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of underground installation technicians in the execution of telecom projects.
• Plan and schedule daily work activities, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to project timelines.
• Lead a handhole‑setting crew or a cleanup crew.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during installation to ensure high‑quality outcomes and minimal disruption to timelines.
• Maintain communication with project managers and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols.
• Experience with project management software and tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership abilities and team management skills.
• Technical knowledge of telecommunications systems to provide guidance and troubleshoot issues during installation.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills to quickly address on‑site challenges and minimize delays.
• Familiarity with project management software (preferred).
• Knowledge of local and federal regulations related to underground construction.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in underground telecommunications installation or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.