Overhead Distribution Foreman
MasTec Advanced Technologies, Austin, TX, United States
Overview
MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by decades of experience, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.
Company Summary MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company focused on ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our inclusive culture empowers teams with training, tools, and opportunities to grow and advance. As a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company, we are certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC).
Job Summary The Overhead Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement of overhead electrical cables, ensuring crew safety, managing employee hours, conducting daily & weekly safety briefings/inspections, and participating in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and collaborates with personnel from various departments.
Responsibilities
Obtain all necessary materials for the job and ensure all permits and licenses are in place.
Oversee work related to each project and assume full responsibility for its quality and timeliness.
Ensure compliance with proper safety standards, procedures, and work practices according to MasTec or the customer, whichever standard is higher.
Facilitate daily toolbox talks and weekly safety inspections.
Disseminate information and ensure understanding of safety briefings.
Perform aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, and lashing, with the Foreman acting as a qualified observer when required.
Place overhead electrical cables.
Connect wires and cables to terminals and attach/detach various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
Coordinate and supervise daily tasks for crew members related to digging and placing product.
Perform construction work, such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe, and inner duct work in various types of conduit systems and open excavations.
Climb utility poles and/or use an aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design.
Drive, haul, and/or operate equipment to/from job sites to assist crews in completion of work.
Train new hires and trainees to learn the trade.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 6 years of experience.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
Preferred
8 or more years of experience, including extensive experience supervising and training skilled labor.
OSHA 20 Certification.
Physical Demands and Work Environment This job operates in a field environment and routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and twisting. Work may be performed in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds. Clear vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand‑eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors are essential.
Benefits Benefits available include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company (NYSE: MTZ).
Equal Employment Opportunity MasTec’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Legal Notes Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
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Company Summary MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company focused on ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our inclusive culture empowers teams with training, tools, and opportunities to grow and advance. As a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company, we are certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC).
Job Summary The Overhead Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement of overhead electrical cables, ensuring crew safety, managing employee hours, conducting daily & weekly safety briefings/inspections, and participating in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and collaborates with personnel from various departments.
Responsibilities
Obtain all necessary materials for the job and ensure all permits and licenses are in place.
Oversee work related to each project and assume full responsibility for its quality and timeliness.
Ensure compliance with proper safety standards, procedures, and work practices according to MasTec or the customer, whichever standard is higher.
Facilitate daily toolbox talks and weekly safety inspections.
Disseminate information and ensure understanding of safety briefings.
Perform aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, and lashing, with the Foreman acting as a qualified observer when required.
Place overhead electrical cables.
Connect wires and cables to terminals and attach/detach various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
Coordinate and supervise daily tasks for crew members related to digging and placing product.
Perform construction work, such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe, and inner duct work in various types of conduit systems and open excavations.
Climb utility poles and/or use an aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design.
Drive, haul, and/or operate equipment to/from job sites to assist crews in completion of work.
Train new hires and trainees to learn the trade.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 6 years of experience.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
Preferred
8 or more years of experience, including extensive experience supervising and training skilled labor.
OSHA 20 Certification.
Physical Demands and Work Environment This job operates in a field environment and routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and twisting. Work may be performed in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds. Clear vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand‑eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors are essential.
Benefits Benefits available include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company (NYSE: MTZ).
Equal Employment Opportunity MasTec’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Legal Notes Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
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