Foreman - Telecom Experienced ONLY

Founded in 1964, Robinson Brothers Construction is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America. We are a general contractor dialed into the dynamics of installing infrastructure for the communications, renewable energy, natural gas, and electric utility industries. True to our word and proud of our people, we’re committed to providing superior service to our customers throughout the American West.

Between 2006 and 2016, we grew from 14 employees to a team of over 200. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured to operate in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and California. We’re pleased with our growth – but we’re not stopping here.

RBC serves its clients, invests in its employees, and competes for the future – every day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

TRAVEL POSITION - Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC is seeking skilled Telecom Experienced Foreman to join our TRAVELING crew.

Our contracts span the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast, encompassing the western states.

We are looking for talented individuals who are enthusiastic and ready to TRAVEL to various job sites. 

*Travel position - We prioritize local assignments that enable our team to return home each night, while remaining flexible and ready to pursue opportunities wherever the job market takes us.

The Telecom Foreman position will oversee a crew of employees depending on job type and size. This position will coordinate with the Construction Supervisor on lining out daily jobs. She/he will oversee installations, ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools, assess install sites, and prepare install As Builds. The Foreman will teach, and train employees assigned to their crew. This position will guarantee that all safety protocols are followed, and crew members wear proper PPE. 

Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.  

Daily Responsibilities:

All phases of telecommunication construction include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment.    

• Ensure crew is on time and performing daily tasks   
• Plan & strategize with crew, set goals for job completions   

• Perform daily pre-trip, JHA, and monthly safety lessons  
• Maintain professionalism with public, customers, and crew   
• Obtain prints & permits for all assigned jobs from Supervisor   
• Setup & cleanup of worksite, plan for no return trips   
• Follow all instructions from Supervisor, maintain communication   

• Communicate with outside vendors,
• traffic control & rentals   
• Perform proper traffic control and public safety procedures   
• As-built and hand in completed prints   
• Teach & Train all crew members all their tasks   
• Submit daily timecards for crew and self   

• Contact city officials on permits or communicate w/ Supervisor  
• Rely job completion metrics to Supervisor and enter in tracker   
• Problem solve & create solutions to keep crew productive   
• Create a plan for the following day  

Monthly Responsibilities:

• Assist in Job forecasting.
• Assist in Work in Progress (WIP) meetings.
• Assist in End of month financial
• Participate in Operations calls and meetings

Telecommunications Foreman Qualifications:

• Willingness to travel.
• 3–5 years of experience in underground construction.
• Ability to read maps, plans, and blueprints, and convey this information to others.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of proper operation and safety standards for heavy equipment.
• 1–3 years of experience operating heavy machinery, including loaders, dozers, backhoes, and excavators.
• Traffic Control Maintainer certificate.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Valid driver’s license or eligibility and willingness to obtain the required license for the position.
• Good driving record.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment safely.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment safely.
• Effective communication skills with customers, employees, etc.
• Willingness and ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly with or without assistance.
• Class A CDL is a plus (higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
• OSHA 10 certificate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous construction experience, preferably in the underground industry.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when needed.
• Understanding of daily maintenance for underground equipment.
• Ability to perform all underground procedures and duties.

Working Conditions:

This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. The position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to various weather conditions, including extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The work environment will vary throughout the day, including changes in terrain, traffic, urban settings, and rural settings. There may be occasional exposure to natural gas and the risk of electrical shock, as well as moderate to loud noise levels.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must be able to stand for long periods (up to 12 hours at a time), tolerate extreme weather conditions, speak and hear worksite safety instructions, and withstand prolonged and repeated lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, crouching, and crawling. The employee must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Competitive Pay
• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities
• Discount program for many large name companies such as Ford, Toyota, Verizon, so many more

Compensation Range:

The anticipated compensation for this position is between USD $22.00/Hr. and USD $38.00/Hr., depending on experience and qualifications.

Pay is based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.