Foreman Telecom Underground

Discover a more connected Foreman career

At Pauley Construction, as a Foreman on our Telecom Underground team, you’ll lead crews in the installation and maintenance of underground telecommunication systems. You’ll ensure everyone is following safety protocols and project timelines. This position includes work direction, coordination and oversight of a specific crew(s) ranging from 2-8 employees or subcontractors. This position is responsible for overall safety, materials, reporting, customers, leadership, employee communication, and productivity measures. This position will specifically manage a crew that can oversee a specific set of operations which can include, but not limited to: Trench & Plow, Aerial, Drilling/Bore, Asphalt or Conduit. This can include machine operation as well. This position must be able to interface with customer and city inspectors on a frequent basis, coordinate pre-construction meetings, keep detailed safety and production records, do as-builds as required and be a leader for all the crews. The ideal candidate will also need to be a skilled excavation operator. This position will also assist with getting permits, ensuring crew and site safety and calling locates.

This position must possess excellent customer service skills, be willing to face issues in a positive manner and resolve day to day conflicts as they arise. Professional reporting, time sheets, job cost, material slips, purchase orders and equipment maintenance experience are required for this position. This individual must assume personal responsibility for the overall safety, job sites, customer, OSHA, DOT, and company policy and procedures.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as a Foreman

• Lead crews to meet project timelines
• Shoveling, digging, handling and operating construction equipment.
• Excavation operations including operating equipment and transportation of equipment if needed
• General oversight over work direction within a crew or a group of sub-contractors.
• Assisting in securing site; employees and safety
• General maintenance
• General utility installation/repair
• Assists with as-builds and ensures attention to detail and high quality work
• May assist supervisor in administrative tasks relating to hiring and interviewing employees.
• Help with training of crew members
• Read and understand blueprints
• Help ensure everyone is following company safety policies, OSHA, and DOT regulations
• Assist Supervisor with day to day activities
• Speak with property owners about work to be performed and resolve any issues
• Safely use heavy equipment and machinery
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• A valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass a background check and company drug screening.
• Must be able to attend and pass all company required training as needed.
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, relevant work experience, or a combination of education and work experience preferred
• 6-12 months of work-related experience pertaining to utility construction, telecommunications or laborer related work
• Previous Foreman experience preferred

Additional qualifications 

• Proven leadership experience to direct workflow and produce high quality results
• Any combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates ability to perform the designated job duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to make common sense understanding to carry out instructions that are provided in written, oral or drawing. Ability to deal with and understand problems involving different variables in many varied situations involving employees, customers and vendors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts (measurements in terms of distance, proportions, percentages and area. Ability to apply concepts of basic mathematics.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret documents such as safety rules and requirements, machine manuals of operation and process procedures. Ability to write information including reports. Ability to speak effectively to customers, coworkers, vendors and the public.
• May be required to work over-time; after hours; on weekends or be on-call as work is needed to ensure work is completed.
• May include working nights and holidays as needed.
• May be required to travel in state or overnight as necessary to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations and in confined spaces with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
• Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse

Pay Range: The Foreman Telecom Underground hourly wage range is $22.00 – $28.00/hr, depending on experience.

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it’s your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together 

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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