Underground Construction Foreman
Minneapolis, MN (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Minneapolis+MN) •Construction
Job Type
Full-time
Description
TAK is one of the largest and fastest growing communications, broadband, and technology service companies in America. We strive daily to provide the best customer experience, delivering on our mission of BEING OUR CUSTOMER’S HERO, EVERY DAY.
With our continued growth, we are looking for an Underground Construction Foreman to join our team in the Minneapolis, MN area.
Why TAK?
Full Time
Competitive Compensation
Paid Weekly
Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match!
25K Company Paid Life Insurance
Independent Work & Team Collaboration
Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!
The Role
Oversee, coordinate, and schedule the activities of construction technicians
Reads blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures
Inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
Locates, measures, and marks site locations and placement of structures and equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities
Assign work to crews, based on material and/or worker requirements of specific jobs
Estimates material and worker requirements to complete jobs.
Confer with managerial and technical personnel, other departments, and contractors to resolve problems and to coordinate activities
Order materials and supplies, as directed
Analyze worker and production problems and recommends solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans
Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, and company policies
Requirements
5+ year(s) of underground and/or aerial cable construction experience required
Valid driver’s license, CDL required
Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)
Working knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, OSHA and operating safety standards.
Working knowledge of construction trenching, missiling, placing of duct, CIC, coax, fiber and pedestals/vaults.
Ability to operate various types of utility vehicles and equipment
High level of energy, motivation and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption
Continuous support of the mission, vision, ethics and values of TAK Communications
Ability to work outside of business hours when needed; overtime, holidays, evenings, weekends etc., in all seaons
Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud
Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work upon an extension ladder (approximately 28 feet high and 75 pounds), ability to climb poles or other structures as needed
Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time, year round
Ability to occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, electricity and/or powerlines, risk of exposure to electrical shock, radiation, vibration
Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.