OVERVIEW:

The Civil foreman supervises and performs construction duties on a daily basis on telecommunication sites. Supervise subcontractors and job site personnel to complete the scope of work assigned. Must be able to follow instructions and complete assigned jobs timely and safely.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and direct a crew of 2-4 members.
• Provides suggestions and recommendations for hiring, firing, and training of employees.
• Provides suggestions and recommendations for employee advancements, compensation, promotions, production, efficiency, or other status changes.
• Full understanding of a job or project scope of work (SOW).
• Full understanding of method of procedures (MOP) and practices to perform the assigned job/project. Ability to write a detailed MOP.
• Schedules employee work and work hours for assigned employees.
• Directs and plans the work of assigned employees.
• Determines proper project techniques for assigned employees.
• Maintains job records for use in managing or control.
• Work with Superintendent or Construction Manager to determine materials, equipment, and tools to be used for assigned projects.
• Reads, interprets, and builds according to design site plans and layouts.
• Controls the flow and distribution of materials and supplies.
• Plans and controls the job budgets.
• Manages all data in Betacom tools (Site Manager) and customer tools.
• Ensures safety and security of employees and company assets.
• Performs inspection of entire installs. Troubleshoots problems with installs. Captures and provides closeout packages.
• Participates and assists in handling employee complaints and grievances according to company policy and lawfully.
• Participates and assists in handling employee discipline and probation according to company policy and lawfully.
• Takes full responsibility for crew safety. Ensures crew members are in compliance with company and customer safety requirements. Inspects all tools and rigging gear to ensure they are safe to use.
• Reports any workers' comp injuries or other incidents.
• Other closely related work may include physical tasks and menial tasks such as timesheet and other recordkeeping, completing Job Safety Analysis, adjusting equipment and tools.
• Knows the hazards associated with construction equipment and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Electrician Apprenticeship Certificate
• Licensed Electrician (preferred)
• Good communication skills, reading and writing skills (English)
• Good computer skills. Knowledge and use of Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Clean Driving Record & Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must be able to accommodate out of town travel, if required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
• ComTrain, OSHA30, RF Awareness Training, First AID/CPR trained.
• Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Superintendent and/or Tower Construction Manager.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.