Aerial Foreman

MasTec Inc • Pottstown, PA

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About The Position

At MasTec Communications Group, the Aerial Foreman supports all phases of utility construction for various types of telecommunications projects. The role leads in-house crews, directs job-site activities, and oversees the aerial crew’s schedules, deliveries, and productivity while ensuring projects are completed according to approved plans and specifications. The position involves installing and repairing aerial CATV, coaxial, and fiber cable, as well as placing, relocating, and removing poles and lines. The foreman also completes necessary documentation, records crew time, and communicates with an Area Supervisor or Manager.

The role requires a safety-focused, hands-on leader who can coach and mentor a team, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work on call—including evenings and weekends—as needed. Compensation is $25 per hour, or an average of $75,000–$125,000 annually. MasTec describes its work as supporting technology and serving customers and communities while maintaining a commitment to safety.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in telecommunications construction.
• Knowledge of the telecom construction industry, including coax splicing, fiber splicing, directional drilling, and aerial and underground construction.
• Comfort working in a bucket truck and climbing poles.
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety requirements.
• Strong knowledge of CATV building practices and CTV/aerial field equipment.
• OSHA 10 training, CPR, and flagging certification.
• Ability to operate a digger derrick truck.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work and climb up to 35 feet.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and CTV cable prints.
• Ability to work on call, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Comfort working under pressure in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment.
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card for driving purposes; applicants are subject to an MVR review and must meet company standards for a safe driving record.
• MOS Codes 2847, B05A, 3D157, 002599, 5699, 12P, 12Q, 12H, 3E251, and 3E271 relate well to this position.

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects.
• Install and/or repair aerial CATV, coaxial, and fiber cable.
• Place, relocate, and remove poles, lines, open-wire, drop wire, and block wire to maintain efficient operation of customers’ facilities.
• Set up a safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers.
• Review project plans, specifications, and installation instructions to ensure work follows approved design specifications.
• Direct activities on the job site.
• Complete required documentation and record crew time.
• Communicate with the Area Supervisor or Manager.
• Act as the lead for in-house crews.
• Oversee daily schedules, delivery schedules, and daily productivity of the Aerial crew.
• Coach and mentor team members.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 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 a $1,000 incentive for a referral resulting in a permanent hire

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed