Aerial Foreman

About the Role

The Aerial Foreman supports all phases of utility construction on telecom projects, installing and repairing aerial CATV, coaxial, and fiber cable, and managing pole and wire placement to ensure efficient operation. They establish safety perimeters, review plans and specifications, direct site activities, complete required documentation, communicate with supervisors, lead in‑house crews, and oversee daily schedules and productivity. • Install and/or repair aerial CATV, coaxial, and fiber cable • Place, relocate, and remove poles, lines, open‑wire, drop and block wire to maintain efficient operation of customer facilities • Set up a safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers • Review project plans, specifications, and installation instructions for compliance with design specifications • Direct on‑site activities and manage crew tasks • Complete required documentation and record crew time • Communicate with the Area Supervisor or Manager • Lead in‑house crews as the foreman • Oversee daily schedules, deliveries, and productivity of the aerial crew • Operate digger and Derek truck • Read and interpret work orders and CTV cable prints

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cable installation
• ▸pole placement
• ▸safety setup
• ▸plan review
• ▸crew management
• ▸schedule oversight

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least three years of telecommunications construction experience, proficiency in coax and fiber splicing, directional drilling, and both aerial and underground work. They should hold OSHA 10, CPR, and flagging certifications, possess strong knowledge of CATV practices, be able to operate bucket trucks, diggers, and Derek trucks, lift up to 70 lb, and climb up to 35 ft. Leadership, problem‑solving, and the ability to work under pressure, on call, and in all weather conditions are essential. • Minimum 3+ years experience in telecommunications construction • Proficient in coax splicing, fiber splicing, directional drilling, aerial and underground construction • Able to operate bucket trucks, climb poles up to 35 ft, and lift up to 70 lb • Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements; hold OSHA 10, CPR, and flagging certifications • Strong knowledge of CATV building practices and CTV/aerial field equipment • Available for on‑call work, including evenings and weekends • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and under pressure • Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities • Relevant MOS codes: 2847, B05A, 3D157, 002599, 5699, 12P, 12Q, 12H, 3E251, 3E271

Requirements

• ▸telecom construction
• ▸coax splicing
• ▸fiber splicing
• ▸osha 10
• ▸bucket truck
• ▸leadership

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $30 to $35 per hour, complemented by a 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental, and vision coverage, a Red Wing boot voucher, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits include paid time off, holidays, family and medical leave, sick time, and a $1,000 referral incentive. • Compensation: $30‑$35 per hour • 401(k) with company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Red Wing boot voucher • Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Paid time off, paid holidays, family and medical leave, paid sick time • Employee referral program with $1,000 incentive

Work Environment

Field