Aerial Foreman - Required CDL A

Congruex • Wheeling, WV

9h

About The Position

The Foreman oversees construction crews in the field and ensures work is performed safely, accurately, and on time. Responsibilities include project walkouts, coordinating with customers and company management, quality control, and general supervision of onsite work. The role involves managing daily crew activities, operating heavy construction equipment, performing underground utility and telecommunications construction tasks, maintaining safety and quality standards, tracking materials and project needs, communicating with stakeholders, and completing daily paperwork. The Foreman may also coordinate subcontractors and train crew members. The position is hourly and non-exempt. Salary is determined based on skills and experience in relation to the role, as well as equity with employees in similar roles.

Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Possess and maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Broad experience in a telecommunications construction environment, including placing, pulling, and transferring strand, coax, and fiber.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and project specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with crews, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to manage crews.
• Ability to drive and operate company vehicles, bucket trucks, and work equipment.
• Ability to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies’ safety standards.
• Ability to utilize proper safety equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work indoors and outdoors, including in inclement weather.
• Ability to maintain visual and audible contact with crew members and moving or stationary persons, vehicles, and objects to coordinate movement safely.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting.
• Ability to work in physically demanding positions for long periods.
• Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, a hardhat, and applicable safety gear.
• Required licenses, certifications, or registrations: OSHA 30, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), DOT Medical Card, Competent Person Certification, Confined Space training, Trench Safety training, Pole Climbing & Ladder Safety, Flagger Certification, Forklift Certification, and First Aid / CPR.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish and English speaking.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track daily activities of assigned crews.
• Inspect work sites for hazards and safety concerns, maintaining safe work environments and compliance with state, federal, OSHA, and Congruex safety policies.
• Operate track-hoes, back-hoes, mini excavators, skid steers, dozers, haul trucks, trenchers, and other equipment.
• Excavate and backfill trenches for underground utilities safely.
• Place conduit in open trenches and proof conduits.
• Pothole existing utilities.
• Complete rigging and setting of structures.
• Form and pour concrete, and place asphalt.
• Track materials, aggregates, and project requirements.
• Communicate orally and in writing with local officials, company management and staff, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Update the Construction and/or Project Manager on crew needs and progress.
• File complete and accurate paperwork daily.
• Ensure work sites are cleaned up and restored after work.
• Travel to and from assigned job sites.
• Assist and train crews as needed.
• Schedule and coordinate subcontractors as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day 1.
• 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day 1.
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles and competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles.
• 10 company-paid holidays.
• Company-paid maternity and parental leave options.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, with employee-paid voluntary options.
• Free wellness benefits, including counseling, financial planning, and caregiver support.
• Marketplace discounts.
• 24/7 access to online learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED