Telecommunication Foreman

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General Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating, directing, and supervising crew(s) and subcontractors to complete various telecommunication project activities in a safe, quality, and timely manner.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Collaborate with Superintendent and/or Project management team to schedule materials, equipment, and work for the crew.
• Complete required documentation and reports including but not limited to, crew timecards, daily reports, logs, incident reports and safety documentation.
• Lead daily communication and safety meetings with crew regarding expectations, changes, and other information.
• Enforce and comply with all Company safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Train and mentor crew members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Support employee counseling and performance appraisals.
• Timely address safety and other job site concerns and issues with employees.
• Monitor job site and crew safety to ensure work is being completed in compliance with project specification and safety standards.
• Communicate with project management team regarding any delays, changes and/or emergencies at the job sites.
• Actively inspect work site for potential health and safety hazards.
• Maintain safe work environment that complies with OSHA standards and safety standards.
• Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety, and other skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical certifications in telecommunications.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30, NWSA, TTT1, Authorized Climber, Competent Climber / Rescuer, Rigging, RF Awareness training, First Aid, CPR & AED preferred. Training and continuous education will be provided.

Work Experience

• Experience in telecommunication / wireless construction in both the private and government sectors.
• Two (2) years of experience functioning as a Foreman/Supervisor and/or Lead level.
• Valid driver’s license. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) a plus.
• Five (5) years of experience in the telecommunication industry, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (Bilingual a plus).
• Skills in basic computing and email. Apple, Android, Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Ability to read and understand blueprint and construction plans, preferred.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to motivate employees and lead by example.
• Ability to work well under pressure and within project timelines.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Splice and Terminate MM / SM fiber. Perform fiber testing. This includes OTDR, power meter/laser source, and scopes. Prep, tray, and splice fiber optic cable ranging from single fiber to large counts as well as perform ring cuts when needed. Fiber optic testing and troubleshooting abilities. Repair and resolve fiber optic systems. Locate and access the fiber optic splice enclosures, splice the necessary fibers directly from a splice trailer, bucket truck, or outdoor field set up. Labeling, documenting and updating drawings.
• Appropriate training and experience required for Small Cell (SC) sites, New Build (NB) sites, Inspection & Maintenance work, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Tower Modifications (MODS), Microwave installation, coax, Cat5 / Cat6 and testing (Sweep / PIM).

Physical Demands

• Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).
• Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in safety sensitive construction zones around large machinery and heavy equipment.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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