Job Description

Job Location:
Guelph
State/Province:
Ontario
Description: The Working Foreman will lead in the installation of telecommunication cables and apparatuses to ensure the completion of work. Responsibilities

• Oversee, provide direction, and assist in the field with the day-to-day activities for multiple crews (2 or more crews or oversees a crew of 6 or more worked on a full-time regular basis)
• Review all work orders and project documentation in preparation for the installation of telecommunications infrastructure
• Review drawings prior to the start of installation to determine the required installation methods, tools and equipment.
• Instruct crews on the project plan by outlining the order in which job procedures will be carried out
• Coordinate with crew members to determine the equipment required for the project and ensure that materials and equipment have been scheduled and loaded for transport to the project site
• Identify and provide training and assistance to crew to ensure the safe, efficient completion of work.
• Prepare utility locate requests for each work order or project as required
• Prepare billing associated with project including, but not limited to; As-Builts, 1441 sheets, photographic documentation, etc.
• Accurate completion of safety and risk assessment documents
• Ensure that all work is executed in accordance with Expercom’s Health & Safety policy including the proper use of personal safety equipment for all crew members
• Liaise with client representatives, the general public, and operations management to prevent or resolve any issues
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with specifications and project drawings
• Provide periodic coverage or assistance for emergency situations during and after normal business hours
• Ensure vehicles assigned to crews are maintained properly and CVOR requirements are followed
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years previous experience in a similar role
• Minimum of 1 year in a leadership position
• Telecom experience is preferred, however any utilities construction and/or directional drilling experience would be an asset
• High school diploma or relevant work experience
• Excellent leadership, customer service and communication skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of outside plant telecommunications network infrastructure, including aerial, buried and underground applications
• Valid G driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 pounds)
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

ABOUT TELECON GROUP Founded in 1967, Telecon is Canada’s leading telecommunication network infrastructure services provider. The company leverages its national presence, thousands of skilled professionals, client relationships and more than 50-year history to offer industry-leading design, locate, infrastructure and connectivity solutions to telecommunication companies and corporate clients nationwide. Depending on the region and the type of work to be performed, Telecon operates under one of the following brands: Telecon, Telecon Design, AGIR Consultants, Promark-Telecon, Expercom, Chemco-Telecon Infrastructure, Telecon Entreprises, Marcomm, Plexus, Unified Systems Group, SC360, Questzones and TRJ Telecom. For more information on Telecon, visit www.telecon.com/ We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Telecon Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection