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LS Networks · 1 month ago

Aerial Foreman

Redmond, OR, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$36.50/hr - $42/hr

5+ years exp

LS Networks is a telecommunications company focused on providing reliable internet, voice, and data connections for rural communities. They are seeking an Aerial Foreman to install and repair fiber optic telecommunications systems, while supervising a field crew and ensuring safety compliance.

AssociationFinancial ServicesTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, bend, assemble and erect all components necessary for lifting, moving and installing plant materials in accordance with the applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards

Build aerial plant to customer specifications to include framing poles, placing new strand, lashing new cable to bare strand, over lashing cable to existing strand and cable. Installing anchors and down guys, snowshoes, placing FST fiber terminals, grounding & bonding of strand, placement of riser guards, trimming trees, pulling of cable/fiber short distances in conduit, installing pole mounted cabinets, placing ground rods and installing VGR’s on poles, swapping lashers on poles either from a bucket truck or from hooks/ladders

Dismantles, moves, and removes aerial, underground or building wire, cable associated equipment and hardware

Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, building, or poles

Supervise and direct field crew

Train new hires in safe work practices

Schedule projects, coordinate with cities and subcontractors

Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre-job safety planning in the appropriate format. Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate hazards. Assure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre-job safety planning tools at start and end of shift

Reports all accidents and near misses to supervisor

Repairs and maintains major cable/fiber system and structures such as broken lashing, replacing or re-sagging aerial strand, pole transfers, down-guys, aerial to underground conversion, make ready, clearance issues, VGR’s and all grounding and bonding functions as per NESC, & NEC code. All work must meet NESC, NEC, local utility, State DOT and municipality rules, regulations and codes

Deploying and removing various traffic control devices that protect the work area while on a street or roadway

Supervise ground hands and lineman to ensure safety and productivity

Complete daily time sheets and daily production update reports

Complete reports related to project status, progress, or other work details, using computer software

Participate, adhere to and support all safety related policies, processes and programs

Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e., back-up alarms, smell of smoke or fumes, different colored warning tag, warning sirens

Inspect crew members’ work for compliance with the contract plans, specifications, and industry standards. Point out deficiencies, explain them, and take corrective action needed

Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed reporting any issues to your supervision

Operates power equipment such as compressors, pumps, blowers, hydraulic diggers, and hydraulic aerial bucket trucks

Perform all other actions necessary to accomplish the foregoing principal duties and accountabilities. This may require working in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by Construction Manager

On call rotation responding and restoring services for emergency calls, responsible for being on the job at short notice to repair damaged cables until service is restored

Manage material & tool inventory

Qualification

Aerial construction experienceFiber optic installationTechnical drawings interpretationAerial lift operationSafety standards knowledgeLeadership skillsProblem-solving abilitiesProject management experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Possess a valid CDL driver's license (or within 30 days of hire)

Clear driving record

Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in telecommunications, with specific experience in aerial construction and maintenance

Proven track record of leading teams in a field environment, preferably in a supervisory or foreman role

Experience in working with fiber optic installations and maintenance is highly desirable

Familiarity with industry safety standards and practices, including OSHA regulations

Previous experience in project management or coordination within a telecommunications setting is advantageous

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively

Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying potential issues and implementing solutions promptly

Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and schematics related to telecommunications infrastructure

Ability to operate aerial lift equipment and other machinery relevant to telecommunications installations

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with team members, management, and clients effectively

Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Knowledge of telecommunications industry standards and best practices, including familiarity with the latest technologies and trends

Commitment to maintaining high safety standards and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines

Benefits

Complete medical, dental, vision, and life insurance is available.

Our safe harbor 401(k) plan is available to employees on day one and includes a 100% fully vested employer match of up to 4% of your compensation.

Eight paid holidays, flexible Take What You Need PTO and 16 hours of paid volunteer time!

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