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TAK Broadband · 1 month ago

Underground Foreman, Telecommunication

De Pere,WI,US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$28/hr - $36/hr

5+ years exp

TAK Broadband is a leading end-to-end U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. We are seeking an Underground Foreman to oversee and coordinate the activities of construction technicians while ensuring safety and compliance with specifications.

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Responsibilities

Oversees, coordinates and schedules the activities of construction technicians

Reads blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures

Inspects work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met

Locates, measures and marks site locations and placement of structures and equipment, using measuring and marking equipment

Coordinates work activities with other construction project activities

Assigns work to crews, based on material and/or worker requirements of specific jobs

Estimates material and worker requirements to complete jobs

Confers with managerial and technical personnel, other departments and contractors to resolve problems and to coordinate activities

Orders materials and supplies, as directed

Analyzes worker and production problems and recommends solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans

Trains workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures and company policies

Qualification

Underground telecommunications experienceConstruction trenching knowledgeUtility vehicle operationOSHA safety standardsMulti-tasking abilityAttention to detailTeam collaborationProblem-solving skills

Required

5+ years of underground telecommunications construction experience required

Ability to travel up to 90% regionally

Working knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, OSHA and operating safety standards

Working knowledge of construction trenching, missiling, placing of duct, CIC, coax, fiber, pedestals & vaults

Ability to safely operate various types of utility vehicles and equipment

High level of energy, motivation and attention to detail

Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption

Continuous support of the mission, vision, ethics and values of TAK Communications

Ability to work outside of business hours when needed, overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends etc., in all seasons

Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud

Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work upon an extension ladder (approximately 28 feet high and 75 pounds), ability to climb poles or other structures as needed

Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time, year-round in all weather conditions

Ability to occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, electricity and/or powerlines, risk of exposure to electrical shock, radiation, vibration

Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools

Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving; CDL preferred

Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)