Underground Telecom Foreman

SEFNCO Communications Inc; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Red Wing Boot Voucher

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family and medical leave

Paid sick time

Referral incentive

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group in Akron, OH is seeking an Underground Foreman to lead field crews on telecom construction sites. You will oversee safety, quality, and timely completion while mentoring crews.

This role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem solving, and experience with backhoes, cable plows, and related equipment. You will coordinate field operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day.
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality.
• Hands-on problem solver who enjoys coaching others.
• Long-term project mindset with a team-first approach.
• Experience in telecom construction including coax/fiber splicing and directional drilling.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of telecom utility construction on diverse projects.
• Build, repair, and maintain outdoor utility systems.
• Train crew on tools and equipment.
• Operate machinery including backhoes, dozers, and cable plows.
• Manage all aspects of job-site construction.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Team leadership

Field troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Coax & Fiber splicing

Direction drilling

Underground construction

Tools

Backhoes

Dozers

Cable plows

Air compressors

Trenchers

Hydraulic reel trailers

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-mind 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 support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

In addition, you will:

• Use your knowledge and skills in construction to build, repair, and maintain projects
• Work in outdoor utility construction sites
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the field
• Train your crew on various kinds of tools and equipment
• Operate backhoes, dozers, cable plows, air compressors, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers and other types of machinery
• Manage all aspects of job-site construction

Qualifications

About You:

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• Embrace the challenge of coaching and mentoring your team
• You know the telecom construction industry: Coax Splicing, Fiber Splicing, Directional Drilling, Aerial and Underground Construction, etc.

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

Compensation of $30-$40 per hour, depending on 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!

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits.

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, and 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.