Foreman Telecom Underground

About the role

Discover a more connected career at Pauley Construction, as a Foreman on our Telecom Underground team. You’ll lead crews in the installation and maintenance of underground telecommunication systems. You’ll ensure everyone is following safety protocols and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews to meet project timelines
• Shoveling, digging, handling and operating construction equipment
• Excavation operations including operating equipment and transportation of equipment if needed
• General oversight over work direction within a crew or a group of sub-contractors
• Assisting in securing site; employees and safety
• General maintenance
• General utility installation/repair
• Assists with as-builds and ensures attention to detail and high quality work
• May assist supervisor in administrative tasks relating to hiring and interviewing employees
• Help with training of crew members
• Read and understand blueprints
• Help ensure everyone is following company safety policies, OSHA, and DOT regulations
• Assist Supervisor with day to day activities
• Speak with property owners about work to be performed and resolve any issues
• Safely use heavy equipment and machinery
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 6-12 months of work-related experience pertaining to utility construction, telecommunications or laborer related work
• Proven leadership experience to direct workflow and produce high quality results
• Any combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates ability to perform the designated job duties and responsibilities of the position

Qualifications

• Ability to make common sense understanding to carry out instructions that are provided in written, oral or drawing
• Ability to deal with and understand problems involving different variables in many varied situations involving employees, customers and vendors
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts (measurements in terms of distance, proportions, percentages and area)
• Ability to apply concepts of basic mathematics
• Ability to read, understand and interpret documents such as safety rules and requirements, machine manuals of operation and process procedures
• Ability to write information including reports
• Ability to speak effectively to customers, coworkers, vendors and the public

Skills

• Skilled excavation operator
• Professional reporting, time sheets, job cost, material slips, purchase orders and equipment maintenance experience

Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Pay

The Foreman Telecom Underground hourly wage range is $20.00 - $45.00 depending on experience.

Why grow your career with us

Pauley Construction is a regional contractor providing infrastructure solutions for the installation and maintenance of utility systems, further offering regional contracting services throughout the West United States, specializing in full turnkey services for the design, installation and maintenance of utility infrastructure. Pauley has a highly skilled, diversified workforce that allows the flexibility to choose the most cost-effective and least disruptive placement methods. Our experienced and knowledgeable employees have helped us become a respected name in the utility construction industry. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Pauley has served its customers located across many of the major Western markets, including Arizona, California, Colorado and Wyoming. Founded in 1991, Pauley is dedicated to meeting and exceeding its customer needs by adopting new technologies and providing superior customer service. From deep-ditch excavation, hand-digs, aerial construction to technical services including fiber and copper splicing, Pauley will get the job done right while guaranteeing on-time delivery. Building stronger solutions together. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.