Communication Line Supervisor I 7257 - Department of Technology

DTs Public Safety Division is looking for a Communication Line Supervisor I. Under direction the Communication Line Supervisor I supervises a crew of line workers and related classes engaged in the installation maintenance and repair of overhead and underground police fire and other emergency signal and communication systems and Cityowned Street lighting facilities. 

Position Responsibilities

 1. Plans and assigns daily work for a field crew of line workers who are engaged in the installation and overhead and underground lines for the operation of police fire and other emergency communication systems. This includes reviewing work assignments; conducting site visits; determining scope and proper sequence of tasks for each job site; assessing location staff equipment and safety considerations needed to complete each assignment; and establishing the order of daily work and delegating tasks. 

2. Supervises the installation of poles overhead lines and underground cables by working with crew members digging holes securing poles in a foundation installing underground cables in a duct structure or conduit. and connecting lines; isolating and overseeing the repair of circuit problems; inspecting completed work for accuracy and quality of workmanship. This includes giving instructions on proper methods to secure and set up work sites to ensure safety of crew and public. 

3. Trains line workers in the safe and proper installation of poles overhead lines and underground cables to support the public safety communication network and the city owned street lighting systems; conducts tailgate meetings to give instructions on proper operating and safety procedures. 

4. Coordinates work with general public and other agencies by notifying residents of planned work to solicit cooperation for private property access to communication poles or equipment responding to public complaints regarding inconvenience caused by work crew and coordinating with other utility agencies regarding scheduling of job site usage. 

5. Makes and interprets maps sketches and drawings for installation of overhead and underground communication systems and cityowned street lighting systems to reflect accurate lay out plans for installation or changes in the system and to determine correct placement of equipment and materials. 

6. Makes oral and written activity reports to the Communication Line Worker Supervisor II to document the daily activities of work crews and work accomplished. 

7. Drives city vehicle to work site to assess requirements for jobs transport equipment and staff and inspect work underway and after completion. 

8. Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications :

Four 4 years experience installing. maintaining and repairing overhead and underground lines; experience must include at least one 1 year working on communication systems and facilities AND at least one 1 year working on street lighting system.
AND 
Possession of a valid Class C driver license

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to plan assign and oversee daily work for field crews ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Proficiency in fiber optics including the methodologies for the installation and maintenance of fiber optic cables.
• Expertise in municipal and fiber optic networks encompassing the design installation and maintenance of these systems.
• An understanding of outside construction related to communications infrastructure along with the relevant regulations and standards required to execute such work.
• Knowledge of installing and maintaining poles overhead lines and underground cables as well as troubleshooting and repairing circuit problems.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and the ability to assess and mitigate risks on job sites.
• Clear and effective communication with team members and other stakeholders.
• Capability to identify issues and implement solutions promptly.

Additional Information :

Appointment Type

Temporary Provisional (TPV) This is not a permanent appointment. A provisional appointee must participate and be successful in a Civil Service examination for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for permanent appointment. Provisional appointments may not exceed three 3 years.

Work Location

Incumbent will conduct the majority of work at the Department of Technology 200 Paul Avenue).  However there may be situations where the incumbent will be required to work at other sites throughout the City of San Francisco as necessary.

Nature of Work

Incumbent must be willing to work 40 hours a week in the office or field Monday Friday.  Travel within San Francisco will be required.

Special requirements: Nature of work requires physical effort and dexterity in the use of fingers limbs and body; frequent exposure to natural elements and working conditions where serious accidents and injuries may occur; working in underground locations; climbing and use of ladders. aerial lift buckets. diggerderrick trucks. hydraulic. electrical and pneumatic tools. 

Compensation: $76.3375 (hourly)/$158782 (annually)

How to Apply:

• Application Deadline: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time but not before Friday April 25th 2025.
  • Your application MUST include a resume.  To upload please attach using the additional attachments function.
• You may contact Lawlun Leung via email at  with questions regarding this opportunity.
• Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Mailed hand delivered or faxed documents/applications will not be accepted.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex race age religion color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition (associated with cancer a history of cancer or genetic characteristics) HIV/AIDS status genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression military and veteran status or other protected category under the law.

Remote Work :

No