About the Company
Canadian Fiber Optics (CFOC) and Norther Lights Fiber (NLF) is committed to bridging the digital divide: we bring best-in-class broadband internet to rural and underserved markets. We are built on a foundation of Courage Curiosity Compassion and Humility. And the truth is we love what we do! Bringing communities together is a powerful thing and we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of our customers.
Job Summary:
As a fiber drop foreman you will be responsible for the safety and high-quality work that meets expected deadlines. Were looking for someone who can safely provide high-quality work while working efficiently. This job will require the ability to travel for work. It can be physically demanding and may require 8 10-hour days in various weather conditions.
What you will be doing:
- Oversee a team of 6 to 10 people planning drop locations and paths assigning work activities and executing the work.
- Operate a small directional drill (8x10 or JT5) to place conduit on private property up to the customers home.
- Establish responsibility and care for company equipment through preventative and ongoing maintenance.
- Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices policies and processes and always acting safely.
- Operate a small vibratory plow (SPX25) to place conduit on private property up to the customers home.
- Pull fiber cable in after conduit installation.
- Complete and maintain all required paperwork and documentation and ensure all Customer approvals are done before the crew shows up to complete work.
- Operate motor vehicles and trailers properly secure equipment transport it to the work site and safely offload.
- Ensure effective use of time materials fuel and equipment.
What we are looking for:
- A minimum of 3 years experience in the same field within the construction industry.
- Experience in shallow utility installation on private property
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written.
- Strong organizational and presentation skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to operational challenges.
- Experience leading diverse teams.
- Experience working with fiber optics is an asset.
- The ideal candidate must be punctual at all times.
- Ability to manage a physically demanding job that involves sitting standing bending climbing lifting working at heights and in confined spaces as well as the ability to travel for work.
- Ability to drive and operate the equipment under varying working conditions.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions give direction adapt to change and establish relationships.
- Must be mechanically inclined.
- Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Work Schedule
This position is overtime eligible
Benefits
- Dental & Vision Care
- Extended Health Care
Other Requirements
- A valid Class 5 drivers license is required.
- Occasional travels to work from Vermilion may be required for this position.
Required Experience:
Senior IC