Utility Foreman

Position Overview

DRG is seeking a Construction Foreman to oversee skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and operation of underground and overhead telecommunications. This role involves using specialized equipment in an outdoor, fast-paced environment and managing a 3-person telecom crew. The position requires full-time travel throughout Central Michigan, with provided travel and lodging.

Compensation Data

• Pay: $26-$30/hr based on direct experience, paid weekly
• $175 weekly per diem
• 40-50 hour work week
• Paid travel & lodging

Job Duties

• Install, operate, maintain, and repair overhead telecommunications lines
• Read and interpret engineering plans
• Locate and troubleshoot telecommunication cables and wires
• Perform maintenance on telecommunication equipment
• Operate Bucket trucks, hand tools, power tools, ladders, signal level meters, voltmeters, and test equipment
• Operate communications devices in accordance with company policies
• Operate Company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner: Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies
• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment, and information that will enhance business results
• Adhere to industry-specific, local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable
• Working on aerial spans, underground experience is a plus
• Completes paperwork, timesheets, test results, vehicle inspection, and logs
• Assists other Team personnel in the performance of their duties when requested to promote a Team approach to problem-solving
• Visually assess digging areas to ensure that areas have been staked/located prior to digging
• Must always comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to DRG policy or the customer’s special request
• Report all personal & vehicle accidents/incidents immediately to supervisors, cooperate, and assist in the investigation
• Operate construction equipment safely in a variety of urban and rural areas
• Safely load equipment, secure load, transport, and unload construction equipment
• Learning new skills and techniques on a continual basis and passing that on to others
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Can safely and effectively operate a cable lasher and coax splice
• Extensive experience in Telecommunications Pole Transfer work

Job Requirements

• General knowledge of construction practices
• Local candidates preferred as relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Proficient in new build, coax & fiber installation and pole transfers
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screens
• Frequent sitting, standing, climbing, and bending. Occasional standing, walking, and kneeling and crawling are required
• Close peripheral and distant visual abilities are needed including depth perception
• The work environment is frequently loud and requires the employee to work in a variety of outdoor conditions
• Knowledge of materials and tools used in line construction and maintenance work
• Understanding of separation and clearance regulations
• Ability to lead a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Operate construction equipment and machinery
• Work nights and weekends, if necessary
• Carry 75-80 lbs., to include an extension ladder
• Ability to work at heights of 20+ feet
• Work under any type of weather conditions
• Work independently or as part of a team and relate well to co-workers

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Aerial Lineman, telecommunication and pole climbing experience preferred
• Possess or have the ability to get a DOT medical card
• High school graduate or GED certificate preferred
• OSHA certification is a plus, but not required. Must be able to complete online OSHA and safety-related certifications