Construction Foreman

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Davey Resource Group, part of The Davey Tree Expert Company, seeks a Construction Foreman to lead a three-person telecom crew in overhead and underground fiber and coax work across the Midwest. This full-time, on-site role includes travel with lodging and per diem, a 40-50 hour week, and weekly pay. You will read engineering plans, locate cables, operate bucket trucks and test equipment, supervise safety, and ensure compliance while delivering quality results. Local candidates preferred; 2+ years aerial lineman experience, a DOT medical card, and the ability to pass drug screens are required. To apply, tailor your resume to emphasize leadership, safety training, pole transfers, and travel readiness, and add a concise cover note linking your experience to DRG needs.

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.  
Locations: Cleveland, OH, Grand Rapids, MI, Indianapolis, IN, Pittsburgh, PA  
Additional Locations: Statewide Ohio, Indiana, Michigan & Pennsylvania 
Work Site: On Site   
Req ID: 220826 

Position Overview

DRG is looking for a Construction Foreman who will be responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard industry practices in the construction, maintenance, and operation of underground and overhead telecommunications. This position will be responsible to use various specialized equipment in an outside fast-paced work environment as well as run a full 3-man telecom crew. DRG Telecom Aerial Linemen install, operate, maintain, inspect, and repair fiber optic lines to include strand and fiber.

This position will travel full time throughout the midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, & Pennsylvania), travel and lodging provided.

Compensation Data

• Pay: $26-$30/hr based on direct experience PAID WEEKLY
• $175 weekly per diem
• 40-50 hour work week
• Paid travel & lodging

Job Duties

• Install, operate, maintain and repair overhead telecommunications lines

• Read and interpret engineering plans

• Locate/troubleshoot telecommunication cables and wires

• Perform maintenance on telecommunication equipment

• Operates Bucket trucks, hand tools, power tools, ladders, signal level meters, voltmeters, and test equipment.

• Operate communications devices in accordance with company policies.

• Operate Company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner: Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies.

• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment, and information that will enhance business results.

• Adhere to industry-specific, local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.

• Working on aerial spans, underground experience is a plus. 

• Completes paperwork, timesheets, test results, vehicle inspection, and logs.

• Assists other Team personnel in the performance of their duties when requested to promote a Team approach to problem-solving.

• Visually assess digging areas to ensure that areas have been staked/located prior to digging.

• Must always comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to DRG policy or the customer’s special request.

• Report all personal & vehicle accidents/incidents immediately to supervisors, cooperate, and assist in the investigation.

• Operates construction equipment safely in a variety of urban and rural areas.

• Safely load equipment, secure load, transport, and unload construction equipment.

• Learning new skills and techniques on a continual basis and passing that on to others.

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Can safely and effectively operate a cable lasher and coax splice

• Extensive experience in Telecommunications Pole Transfer work

Job Requirements

• General knowledge of construction practices

• Local candidates preferred as relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• Proficient in new build, coax & fiber installation and pole transfers

• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screens

• Frequent sitting, standing, climbing, and bending. Occasional standing, walking, and kneeling and crawling are required. 

• Close peripheral and distant visual abilities are needed including depth perception. 

• The work environment is frequently loud and requires the employee to work in a variety of outdoor conditions

• Knowledge of materials and tools used in line construction and maintenance work

• Understanding of separation and clearance regulations

• Ability to lead a team.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Operate construction equipment and machinery

• Work nights and weekends, if necessary Carry 75-80 lbs., to include an extension ladder

• Ability to work at heights of 20+ feet 

• Work under any type of weather conditions

• Work independently or as part of a team and relate well to co-workers

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Aerial Lineman, telecommunication and pole climbing experience preferred

• Possess or have the ability to get a DOT medical card.

• High school graduate or GED certificate preferred.

• OSHA certification is a plus, but not required. Must be able to complete online OSHA and safety-related certifications

Divisional Overview

​The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].

Employment Type: Permanent 
Job Type: Full Time 
Travel Expectations: Up to 100%