Traveling Aerial Foreman- Utility Construction

PUSH, Inc.•Cable, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Foreman builds and maintains aerial communication systems, working primarily with overhead structures and occasionally with underground structures. Projects span rural and metropolitan areas. The role oversees, trains, and supervises Aerial Linemen and Groundmen to ensure the team works effectively and safely. The position is 100% field-based and requires travel, outdoor work in adverse weather, climbing poles, traversing uneven ground, and the ability to work long hours during emergency situations. PUSH Inc. is a privately owned communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The company has provided telecommunications infrastructure for 50 years. The foreman plans and executes projects, ensures compliance with NESC Electrical Codes, OSHA regulations, and customer safety requirements, and assists with construction of new overhead and underground services and service upgrades. The role also includes crew leadership and mentoring, tree trimming or route clearing, equipment and tool operation, project documentation and reporting, customer relationship management, and identifying process improvements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of demonstrated leadership experience working alongside lineman teams.
RUS and fiber experience required.
Knowledge of aerial procedures, pole-line materials, and the proper and safe use of tools and equipment used in aerial line construction and maintenance.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Willingness to learn.
Ability to maintain equipment and hand tools.
Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Abide by company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, and attend mandatory safety meetings.
Valid driver's license.
Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
Physically capable of climbing poles and traversing uneven ground.
Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions and long hours in emergency situations.
Proficiency in electronic tabs, billing systems, and other digital tools.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute projects.
Ensure conformity with NESC Electrical Codes, OSHA regulations, and customer safety requirements.
Assist in constructing new overhead and underground services and manage service upgrades.
Maintain positive relationships with customers.
Lead, train, and mentor the crew, including supervising Linemen and Groundmen and providing guidance and support.
Train and mentor employees assigned to jobs.
Perform tree trimming or route clearing.
Use and care for specialized hand tools and equipment, including operating Digger and Bucket Trucks.
Tow various trailers with trucks as required.
Identify and implement improvements in processes and procedures to elevate company performance.
Prepare redlines, as-builts, and daily production reports.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project goals.