Aerial Foreman

Founded in 1964, Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co., LLC has established itself as one of the premier contractors in the Telecommunications, Power, & Wireless industries. With our experienced staff and fleet of vehicles, we’re able to meet telephone, power, and wireless infrastructure construction needs from concept through to reality.

Job Summary:

Thayer Power and Communication is looking for a Aerial Fiber Foreman who will be responsible for performing and overseeing construction, maintenance and operation of overhead telecommunications. We are seeking a self-motivated, detail oriented individual with attention to high level of quality. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise assigned aerial crew.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review project plans, specifications installation instructions to ensure the project is built according to the approved design specifications 
• Organizing the schedule for the job making sure the job stays on budget and on time 
• Direct the activities of the crew, operator installer on the jobsite 
• Conduct site safety assessments and identify all safety hazards on job site, participate in weekly safety meetings, properly fill out necessary documentation, record time for your crew, etc. 
• Communicate with the Area Manager and /or VP of Telephone Division
• Ensure field maintenance on equipment is performed routinely 
• Available on weekends and evenings for local call outs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read engineering plans
• Experience doing underground inner-duct and cable placement
• Able to operate a mini excavator 
• Must be proficient with paperwork and possess good communication skills
• Ability to motivate crews through teamwork and solid communication skills 
• Must be able to work within time controls and troubleshoot issues
• Ability to travel for projects 
• Experience operating heavy equipment 

Education and Experience:

• Class A CDL required
• Extensive aerial telephone experience required 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets