Underground Foreman - Long Haul Travel
About The Position
At MasTec Communications Group, the Underground Foreman leads and works alongside underground construction crews on large-scale, long-haul telecommunications projects nationwide. The role oversees daily field operations, productivity, quality, and safety, ensuring work is completed efficiently and according to customer specifications. The foreman coordinates site activities, troubleshoots field issues, maintains customer relationships, and completes project documentation using GIS software. The position involves nationwide travel on a rotating schedule of 4–5 weeks on and 5 days off, with per diem, shifts of up to 12 hours, 50+ hours per week depending on weather, and consistent overtime. Compensation is $34–$40 per hour, based on licenses and experience. MasTec offers competitive pay and benefits. The company is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of telecommunications construction experience, including at least 1 year leading a crew.
- Well-rounded underground and fiber experience across drop and mainline work.
- Skills in construction, equipment operation, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to read blueprints, RFDS, site plans, and scopes of work (SOWs).
- Experience operating mini excavators, backhoes, heavy equipment, and bucket trucks.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, work shifts up to 12 hours, and work outdoors in varying conditions.
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card for driving purposes.
- Comfort using technology, including GIS software, Google Docs, and Word.
- OSHA 10 certification required.
- Willingness to travel nationwide seven days a week, work a rotating schedule of 4–5 weeks on and 5 days off, work 50+ hours per week depending on weather, and consistently work overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Aerial construction experience.
- Directional drilling experience.
- CDL.
- OSHA 20 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Excavator training.
- Military occupational specialty codes 12H, 3E251, 3E271, or 4305 relate well to this position.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and work alongside underground construction crews in the field.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce company and industry safety standards.
- Oversee mainline and FTTH construction projects, including fiber counts from 4 to 864.
- Operate and oversee backhoes, dozers, cable plows, trenchers, air compressors, reel trailers, and other construction equipment.
- Troubleshoot field issues and coordinate solutions with leadership and customers.
- Complete daily updates, timesheets, job instructions, and project documentation using GIS software.
- Coordinate site activities and maintain customer relationships.
- Ensure vehicles, equipment, and tools are maintained and operational.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Red Wing boot voucher
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Family and medical leave
- Paid sick time
- $1,000 referral incentive for a referral who becomes a permanent hire
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
