Traveling Aerial Foreman
About The Position
The Aerial Foreman builds and maintains aerial communication systems, primarily working with overhead structures and occasionally with underground structures. Projects may be located in rural or metro areas. This is a 100% field position requiring travel. The Foreman oversees, trains, and supervises Aerial Linemen and Groundmen to ensure effective and safe operations. The role involves planning and executing projects; supporting construction of new overhead and underground services and managing service upgrades; ensuring compliance with NESC Electrical Codes, OSHA regulations, customer safety requirements, and applicable company, manufacturer, and industry safety procedures; and maintaining positive customer relationships. The Foreman also performs tree trimming or route clearing, prepares redlines, as-builts, and daily production reports, and identifies process improvements. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of demonstrated leadership experience working alongside lineman teams. RUS and fiber experience are required. The position requires knowledge of aerial procedures and pole-line materials, team leadership and mentoring skills, and the ability to use and maintain specialized tools and equipment, including Digger and Bucket Trucks. A valid driver’s license is required; a Class A CDL is preferred. Candidates must pass pre-employment screenings.
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 read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability 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.
- Ability to tow various trailers with trucks as required.
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 crew members.
- Supervise Linemen and Groundmen, providing guidance and support.
- Use electronic tabs, billing systems, and other digital tools.
- 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.
- Prepare redlines, as-builts, and daily production reports.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project goals.
- Maintain equipment and hand tools.
- Attend mandatory safety meetings and follow applicable safety procedures and standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
- Free Teladoc and no-cost care options.
- 401(k) with company match up to 3%.
- Competitive pay and weekly checks.
- Paid PTO and holidays.
- Bonus potential.
- Training and advancement opportunities.
- Apprenticeship opportunities.
- In-house CDL program.
- Unlimited referral bonus program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
