What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerial Coordinator position at Blue Jay Communications Inc.?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Telecommunications Aerial Coordinator to manage aerial construction crews in the installation, maintenance, and upgrading of aerial fiber optic and coaxial cable infrastructure in the Toledo, OH area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerial telecom construction and field operations, with proven leadership and coordination skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage aerial line construction crews performing pole work, strand placement, lashing, and fiber optic/cable installation
- Manage and coordinate in-house staff and subcontractors working on aerial projects
- Ensure implementation and compliance with safety and quality programs across all aerial crews
- Issue daily work orders to in-house aerial crews and monitor field progress
- Review and approve material requests specific to aerial fiber construction (strand, lashing wire, J-hooks, etc.)
- Plan, prepare, and issue aerial construction schedules, tasks, and job sequencing
- Maintain and update project documentation including schedules, redlines, and as-builts
- Report project status, field crew availability, and any issues or delays to management
- Ensure aerial projects are delivered safely, on-time, and within budget
- Oversee the preparation, content, and quality control of aerial construction deliverables
- Coordinate the movement of aerial personnel, trucks, equipment (buckets, reels, etc.) to and from job sites
- Ensure all field teams comply with healthsafety policies, traffic control requirements, and aerial construction standards
- Maintain effective emergency communication procedures for remote and elevated work sites
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in aerial telecommunications construction and coordination
- Familiarity with NESC standards and aerial construction best practices
- Knowledge of utility pole permitting, make-ready, and right-of-way regulations
- Comfortable working around active roadways, heights, and power infrastructure
Additional Abilities:
- Proven experience managing aerial crews and telecom field operations
- Ability to make impactful decisions with independence and sound judgment
- Excellent communication skills, including coordination with utilities and municipal contacts
- Strong project management skills with ability to define scope and timelines
- Ability to mentor junior field staff and enforce aerial safety protocols
- Proficiency in construction documentation, spreadsheets, and scheduling software
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced field environment
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- VacationPTO
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
