**Shift: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday 8am-5pm**

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinate construction efforts through in-house and contract labor for new construction, maintenance and rebuild projects. Responsible for safety and quality of work performed within the construction department. Responsible for the hiring, training, development, and performance management of staff.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Coordinate with engineers and developers in designing the plant; draw and sketch installation and location of equipment and cable; complete bill of materials (BOM) needed for planned construction.
• Monitor In-house construction teams and contractor performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions of agreements.
• Perform site inspections for quality control of In-house construction teams and contract labor.
• Monitor daily production and submit/review daily production reports.
• Reconcile submitted invoices to work completed in the field.
• Coordinate permitting and make-ready process is followed and before construction work.
• Communicate with Manager or designated delegate to provide updates about construction progress.
• Review and process damage claims, communicate/update appropriate parties when required.
• Establish positive employee relations through effective communication and ongoing support.
• Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.
• Know, understand and follow company policies.
• Perform other duties as requested by manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office and field environment
• Work indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics, basements, crawlspaces and/or manholes
• Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions
• Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night
• Work performed near power lines and electricity
• Work performed at various heights above ground on telephone/power poles
• Work with or near Aerial & UG machinery & vehicles
• Work and travel in inclement weather
• Travel Required with In-house crews

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Ability to read, write and speak the English
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Ability to supervise and motivate others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, etc.)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of company products and services
• Ability to use the following hand tools electric drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers
• Ability to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment, including gaffs, ladders, and fully loaded tool belts
• Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (such as gaffs, safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations of that equipment
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 32 ft high and 90 pounds)
• Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as needed
• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
• Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting
• Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position (e.g. signal level meters, ohm meters, etc.)
• Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles and roofs)
• Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time
• Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections
• Ability to use handheld communication devices and applications
• Ability to dig in all types of soil
• Ability to drive Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to operate machinery used for underground/overhead cable installation
• Ability to read general to complex system layouts from blueprints
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Electrical Safety Code
• Knowledge of HFC/FTTH construction and Architecture

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
• Associates degree in electronics or related field, or equivalent experience
• Industry and vendor specific certifications and training (NCTI, SCTE, BCT/E)
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record within Company required standards

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

• 3 years Cable/Telecom construction work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Project Supervision in HFC/FTTH construction

Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years

• Supervisory or leadership experience - 1