Aerial Coordinator

Blue Jay Communications•Brooklyn, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Telecommunications Aerial Coordinator to manage aerial construction crews in the installation, maintenance, and upgrading of aerial fiber optic and coaxial cable infrastructure in the Toledo, OH area . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerial telecom construction and field operations, with proven leadership and coordination skills. Key Responsibilities: Manage aerial line construction crews performing pole work, strand placement, lashing, and fiber optic/cable installation Manage and coordinate in-house staff and subcontractors working on aerial projects Ensure implementation and compliance with safety and quality programs across all aerial crews Issue daily work orders to in-house aerial crews and monitor field progress Review and approve material requests specific to aerial fiber construction (strand, lashing wire, J-hooks, etc.) Plan, prepare, and issue aerial construction schedules, tasks, and job sequencing Maintain and update project documentation including schedules, redlines, and as-builts Report project status, field crew availability, and any issues or delays to management Ensure aerial projects are delivered safely, on-time, and within budget Oversee the preparation, content, and quality control of aerial construction deliverables Coordinate the movement of aerial personnel, trucks, equipment (buckets, reels, etc.) to and from job sites Ensure all field teams comply with health & safety policies, traffic control requirements, and aerial construction standards Maintain effective emergency communication procedures for remote and elevated work sites

Requirements

Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerial telecommunications construction and coordination
Familiarity with NESC standards and aerial construction best practices
Knowledge of utility pole permitting, make-ready, and right-of-way regulations
Comfortable working around active roadways, heights, and power infrastructure
Proven experience managing aerial crews and telecom field operations
Ability to make impactful decisions with independence and sound judgment
Excellent communication skills, including coordination with utilities and municipal contacts
Strong project management skills with ability to define scope and timelines
Ability to mentor junior field staff and enforce aerial safety protocols
Proficiency in construction documentation, spreadsheets, and scheduling software
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced field environment

Responsibilities

Manage aerial line construction crews performing pole work, strand placement, lashing, and fiber optic/cable installation
Manage and coordinate in-house staff and subcontractors working on aerial projects
Ensure implementation and compliance with safety and quality programs across all aerial crews
Issue daily work orders to in-house aerial crews and monitor field progress
Review and approve material requests specific to aerial fiber construction (strand, lashing wire, J-hooks, etc.)
Plan, prepare, and issue aerial construction schedules, tasks, and job sequencing
Maintain and update project documentation including schedules, redlines, and as-builts
Report project status, field crew availability, and any issues or delays to management
Ensure aerial projects are delivered safely, on-time, and within budget
Oversee the preparation, content, and quality control of aerial construction deliverables
Coordinate the movement of aerial personnel, trucks, equipment (buckets, reels, etc.) to and from job sites
Ensure all field teams comply with health & safety policies, traffic control requirements, and aerial construction standards
Maintain effective emergency communication procedures for remote and elevated work sites