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Construction Foreman

The Davey Tree Expert Company • Cleveland, OH • 4h ago

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.

Locations: Cleveland, OH, Grand Rapids, MI, Indianapolis, IN, Pittsburgh, PA

Additional Locations: Statewide Ohio, Indiana, Michigan & Pennsylvania

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 220826

Position Overview

DRG is looking for a Construction Foreman who will be responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard industry practices in the construction, maintenance, and operation of underground and overhead telecommunications. This position will be responsible to use various specialized equipment in an outside fast-paced work environment as well as run a full 3-man telecom crew. DRG Telecom Aerial Linemen install, operate, maintain, inspect, and repair fiber optic lines to include strand and fiber.

This position will travel full time throughout the midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, & Pennsylvania), travel and lodging provided.

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/troubleshoot telecommunication cables and wires

Perform maintenance on telecommunication equipment

Operates 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.

Operates 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

Divisional Overview

?The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

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