Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Underground Telecom Foreman
Supervise underground telecom construction, operating equipment and leading crew.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The foreman oversees all phases of utility construction on telecom projects, ensuring work is done right and on schedule. Responsibilities include building, repairing, and maintaining underground infrastructure, troubleshooting field issues, training crew members, and operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, and cable plows. The foreman also manages all aspects of job‑site construction. • Build, repair, and maintain telecom utility projects. • Work on outdoor utility construction sites. • Troubleshoot problems that arise in the field. • Train crew on various tools and equipment. • Operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, dozers, cable plows, trenchers, and hydraulic reel trailers. • Manage all aspects of job‑site construction. • Prioritize safety in daily activities. • Deliver high‑quality workmanship. • Solve complex problems with a hands‑on approach. • Mentor and coach team members. • Participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. • Utilize the Employee Assistance Program.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸utility construction
- ▸heavy equipment
- ▸troubleshooting
- ▸crew training
- ▸site management
- ▸safety oversight
What You Bring
Ideal candidates prioritize safety, deliver high‑quality results, and enjoy solving complex problems with a hands‑on approach. Experience in telecom construction—including coax and fiber splicing, directional drilling, and both aerial and underground work—is essential, as is the ability to mentor and coach a team. Relevant military occupational specialties (MOS 12H, 3E251, 3E271, 4305) are a strong match. • Apply knowledge of coax/fiber splicing, directional drilling, and aerial/underground construction. • Relevant MOS codes: 12H, 3E251, 3E271, 4305.
Requirements
- ▸coax splicing
- ▸fiber splicing
- ▸directional drilling
- ▸mos 12h
- ▸safety
- ▸mentoring
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $30 to $40 per hour, depending on experience, and is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, various insurance options, a Red Wing boot voucher, and health‑wellness programs. Paid time off, holidays, family and medical leave, and a $1,000 referral incentive further support work‑life balance. • Earn $30–$40 per hour, based on experience. • Receive 401(k) with company match. • Access life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance. • Receive a Red Wing boot voucher. • Benefit from medical, dental, and vision coverage plus dependent care and flexible spending accounts. • Enjoy paid time off, holidays, family/medical leave, and sick time. • Earn a $1,000 referral incentive for successful hires.
Work Environment
Field