Enterprise Construction Supervisor

Ritter Communications•Rogers, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Ritter Communications has been at the forefront of the local communications industry for more than a century. We began providing telephone service in Northeast Arkansas in 1906. Today, Ritter Communications serves over 100 communities across Arkansas, northeast Texas, southeast Missouri, and west Tennessee. The company has grown steadily over the years, expanding rapidly and is now the largest privately-held regional broadband fiber, telecom, video and cloud services provider in the Mid-South. Ritter invests heavily in the communities it serves by deploying proven, best-in-class infrastructure and technology, while coupling it with a world-class customer focused experience. General Summary: The Construction Supervisor is responsible for overseeing construction activities including but not limited to: design, permitting, buildout and maintenance. The Construction Supervisor serves as a leader with Construction personnel, such as Fiber Splicers and Construction Technicians and ensures overall compliance to industry standards. This role requires self-motivation and strong project coordination experience in order to contribute to all areas of expertise with various cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Knowledge of construction practices
Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations
Knowledge of test equipment, switches, electronic equipment and all types of cable
Knowledge of telecommunications equipment operations and maintenance
Knowledge of company products and services
Knowledge of company policies and procedures
Skill in reading, interpreting, and preparing documents such as work orders, purchase orders, inventory and personnel reviews
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in operating various vehicles and construction equipment
Skill in reading cable records, staking sheets, specifications, and circuit diagrams
Skill in problem solving and resolution
Ability to communicate with co-workers and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to read and interpret documents such as maps, staking sheets, and operating and maintenance instruction manuals
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions using information at hand
Ability to create a team environment and sustain employee morale
Ability to travel for business requirements
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
High School diploma or equivalent plus three years of construction work experience and/or demonstrated proficiency equal to job knowledge skills and abilities required

Nice To Haves

One year in a supervisory capacity is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees and coordinates the work of assigned staff
Oversees the construction, maintenance, replacement and installation of buried cable and equipment
Assigns work, checks quality of work, answers questions, handles personnel issues and monitors work flow for all construction technicians to ensure all operations are functioning properly
Ensures public safety precautions, equipment, and procedures are implemented by performing site inspections
Provides instruction and training to new and existing crew members
Oversees the repair and maintenance of all construction equipment and vehicles
Orders replacement parts as necessary
Maintains accurate inventory records of construction supplies and equipment
Notifies record and mapping department of system updates
Maintains vehicle, keeping it clean and in proper working order
Uses tools and work equipment, including hoisting, digging, and trenching equipment
Ensures all tools and equipment are in good working order, maintained, and stored properly
Reports defective tools and equipment for repair
Uses protective equipment and safety practices
Participates in all safety training meetings
Travels to customer sites, project areas, business related events, and other Ritter Communications locations
Perform all other related duties as assigned by supervisor