Underground Telecom Foreman: Lead Field Crew & Safety

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

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.