Traveling Aerial Foreman

Push Inc•Black River Falls, WI

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Foreman builds and maintains aerial communication systems, primarily working with overhead structures and occasionally with underground structures. Projects range from rural to metropolitan areas. This role oversees, trains, and supervises Aerial Linemen and Groundmen to help ensure the team operates effectively and safely. The position is 100% field-based and requires travel, outdoor work in adverse weather, physical ability to climb poles and traverse uneven terrain, 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, supports construction and upgrades of overhead and underground services, ensures compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety requirements, and maintains customer relationships. The role also includes crew leadership and training, tree trimming or route clearing, equipment operation and care, towing trailers, maintaining project documentation, reporting production, 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 safe and proper 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.
Valid driver's license.
Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
Physical ability to climb poles and traverse uneven ground.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and long hours in emergency situations.
Ability to travel.

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 with construction of new overhead and underground services and manage service upgrades.
Maintain positive relationships with customers.
Lead, train, and mentor a crew of Linemen and Groundmen.
Supervise and support Linemen and Groundmen on assigned work.
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.
Complete redlines, as-builts, and daily production reporting.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project goals.
Attend mandatory safety meetings and follow company, manufacturer, and industry safety procedures and standards.