Outside Plant (OSP) Underground Construction Foreman

Summary:

The OSP Underground Construction Foreman Is A Critical Leadership Role. The Foreman Is Responsible For Effectively Leading, On A Daily Basis, An Underground Telecommunications Construction Crew (either In House Or Managing A Sub-contractor) From The Start Of A Project To Completion Keeping Safety, Quality, Budget And Timelines In Mind. The Foreman Will Typically Have 3 – 4 Crew Members Reporting Directly To Them.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Complex Projects And Large Crews Including Accurate And Timely Performance Updates
• Responsible For Reading A Set Of OSP Underground Designs / Plans
• Determine Materials Needed For The Day/week/entire Project Based On Those Plans With Forethought Of Potential Issues That May Occur During The Build Out Process.
• Ability To Build Each Site Based On The Set Of Plans.
• Responsible For All Activities Of The Crew, Equipment And Company Resources, While Maximizing Crew Efficiency, With A Focus On Safety.
• Ensures That Crew Performs Duties Within OSHA Safety Guidelines As Well As All Applicable Safety Laws And Policies.
• Support And Assist Crew Members With All Assigned Tasks
• Inspect And Ensure Quality Of Completed Projects
• Report The Project Progress To OSP Construction Manager/Supervisor
• Manage Risks And Manage To Avoid Delays.
• Develop Your Crew’s Skill Set And Knowledge Of Underground Construction
• Ensure All Work Is Completed In Accordance With The Customer’s Construction Standards, Processes, And Procedures.
• Keep Safety As Your #1 Priority For Each Of Your Team Members: Adhering To Company Safety Standards And All Federal, State And Local Laws
• Other Duties As Assigned By OSP Manager / Supervisor

Other Considerations:

• Work Will Primarily Be Outdoors, In All Types Of Weather And Conditions
• Will Be Exposed To Dust, Fluctuating Temperatures, And High Noise Levels
• May Require Travel Within The United States

Education:

• High School Diploma Or Its Equivalent

Experience:

• 4-6 Years Field Supervision On OSP Telecommunications Underground Construction Projects Required
• Advanced Understanding Of Coax And Fiber System Installation And Construction (including Directional Drilling, Trenching, Piercing, Etc.)
• Knowledge Of Fiber Splicing, Coax Splicing (Passive And Active Coax Devices) A Plus
• Proficient In Testing And Recording End Of Line RF Levels
• Ability To Read Blueprint Details And Specifications
• Proficient In The Operation Of Underground Locating Devices
• Knowledge Of OSHA Safety Guidelines And Practical Use Of These Guidelines As Well As All Other Applicable Safety Laws And Policies Preferred
• Valid Driver’s License Is Required (Valid CDL-A Is Preferred)
• Ability To Pass A DOT Physical
• Good Communication Skills, Both Oral And Written Preferred
• Ability To Act Without Direct Supervision
• Commitment To Excellence And High Standards And Acute Attention To Detail.
• Good Judgment With The Ability To Make Timely And Sound Decisions.
• Versatility, Flexibility, And A Willingness To Work Within Constantly Changing Priorities With Enthusiasm.
• Passing Of All Pre-employment Requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)
• Accessible Outside Of Normal Business Hours As Needed
• Ability To Build And Maintain Positive Relationships With Internal And External Customers
• Ability To Give Feedback; Positive And Negative When Needed And Develop Team Members
• Safety Is A Value You Live By