Aerial Construction Manager

Job Title: Aerial Construction Manager

Classification:      Full-Time, Non-Exempt, At-Will

Reports to:            Director of Construction

Department:          Construction & OSP

Location:               In-Field: Merced, CA.

Location Status:   Work will be primarily performed at a designated field worksite location based out of a central Race Communications worksite. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations will be required.

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About Us: 

As the leading provider of 10G fiber internet in California, Race Communications is a company built by the needs of the communities that we serve. Working for Race means being dedicated to bringing cutting-edge fiber internet to rural and urban communities, providing opportunities, enhancing technology, and enabling access for generations to come.

Summary: 

The Aerial Construction Manager oversees and coordinates aerial construction activities, working closely with the Director of Construction and Project Manager to help manage contractors and internal crews across assigned projects, ensuring that all project milestones are met in a timely and efficient manner. Providing leadership by directing and motivating teams, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement. This role ensures quality control throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining compliance with safety and industry standards.

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Graduate, GED, or equivalent is required
• Three or more years of experience as an Aerial Construction Foreman, or in an equivalent position is required
• Proven experience supervising aerial construction crews, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, project timelines, and quality standards
• Proficiency in Google Earth and AutoCAD required
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Work experience in the telecommunications industry with a solid understanding of challenges and standards of aerial construction in this field required
• Class A or B commercial driver’s license preferred but not required
• Proficiency in GO95 Aerial Construction required
• Ability to travel to multiple work sites, work overtime, weekends, holidays, or off hours as needed
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English as the primary language used in the workplace
• Spanish bilingual skills are desirable 

Skills:

• Proficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications
• Ability to distinguish colors and audible tones

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Project Management and Planning:

• Manages multiple large fiber optic aerial construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Supports project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies that come from Director of Construction and Project Manager
• Coordinates with engineering, permitting, and procurement teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Reads and interprets construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide project implementation
• Collect and manage daily paperwork related to aerial construction activities, including project logs, safety reports, inspection forms, timesheets, and any other required documentation

Supervision and Leadership:

• Directs daily operations of line crews, OSP support teams, and contractors, ensuring efficiency and adherence to plans
• Supervises aerial construction vendors to expedite the construction, maintenance, and repair of OSP facilities
• Provides training, guidance, and performance feedback to field personnel
• Conducts regular site visits to ensure work quality, adherence to safety protocols, and compliance with industry standards
• Identifies and manages equipment requirements such as bucket trucks, winders, safety gear, and crew trucks needed for projects

Communication and Coordination:

• Assists in directing and leading the work of OSP support teams and contractors
• Coordinates and facilitates recurring meetings to align teams on goals and project progress
• Prepares progress and status reports, detailing work performed and schedule adherence
• Works with utility companies, municipalities, and permitting agencies to secure necessary approvals
• Communicates project status, updates, and potential delays to project managers and clients
• Addresses customer inquiries, concerns, and requests in a professional and timely manner

Quality Control and Technical Oversight:

• Performs aerial inspections/punch walks, creates punch lists, and prepares close-out packages
• Reviews make-readies for aerial construction to ensure proper infrastructure building and permit compliance
• Ensures proper installation of aerial fiber, poles, strand, and related infrastructure
• Troubleshoots construction issues and provides technical guidance for resolution

Budget Support and Cost Managment:

• Assists with developing purchase orders, auditing invoices, and maintaining current as-builds
• Monitors project expenses and controls costs while maintaining efficiency and quality
• Identify process improvements to optimize resources and reduce operational costs

Equipment Operations and Site Maintenance:

• Operates mechanized equipment such as a bucket truck, excavators, and trencher
• Climbs poles up to 40 feet and operates in bucket trucks with 32’ plus ladders
• Manages deployment and removal of traffic control devices to ensure safety in work areas on streets or roadways
• Adheres to and operates within the weight capacity limits specified by manufacturers for equipment and machinery:
  • Bucket Truck: 350-pound manufacturers maximum load capacity 
  • Ladders: 300-pound manufacturers maximum load capacity  

Vehicle Maintenance and Travel:

• Maintains vehicle/equipment pre-op/post-op to be prepared to perform required duties
• Maintains a clean driving record as defined by the current fleet insurance underwriter
• Spends a significant portion of the workday traveling in a vehicle visiting various locations and spending time both indoors and outdoors, including businesses and/or residents depending on the nature of the job 
• May be required to work overtime, after hours, on weekends, for emergencies, or be on-call as needed to ensure work is completed

Safety Awareness and Compliance:

• Observes hazards and reports any concerns or accidents to a supervisor or safety professional; participates in the investigation process as needed
• Understands, completes, and signs off all pre-job safety planning tools at the start and end of the shift; completes all required safety-related paperwork
• Understands and responds appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (e.g., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, fumes, odors, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
• Upholds a secure work environment by adhering to regulations, procedures, and company policies, ensuring safety standards are consistently maintained

Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Policy Adherence and Team Guidelines: Ensures that the team adheres to established policies and procedures outlined in the Race Communications Employee Handbook, promoting a culture of compliance and accountability in line with organizational standards.
• Strategic Training and Development: Leads the training and mentoring of new team members, ensuring they gain the essential skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and safely. Works proactively to develop a long-term training strategy for the team's growth and performance improvement.
• Cross-Functional Support and Compliance: Oversees employee support across various practices within the department, ensuring that issues are addressed in alignment with company policies, applicable laws, and organizational values. Manages conflicts and fosters collaboration across functions.
• Leadership in Goal Setting and Performance Management: Guides the team to achieve long-term goals by setting performance standards, motivating the team, and providing regular, actionable feedback to help team members achieve personal and organizational objectives.
• Payroll Compliance and Issue Resolution: Ensures that timecard submission is accurate, timely, and in compliance with payroll deadlines, while addressing any discrepancies or issues. Provides direction on resolving payroll matters and ensures the team is properly supported in this process.
• Training Needs Analysis and Professional Development: Identifies broader team training needs, working to implement programs that drive professional growth and elevate team skills, while ensuring development is in alignment with company objectives and future growth.
• Conflict Resolution and Team Dynamics: Manages interpersonal issues within the team by facilitating solutions-oriented approaches, resolving conflicts effectively, and maintaining a positive, high-performing work environment that supports collaboration and mutual respect.
• Resource Allocation and Goal Alignment: Ensures the team has the necessary tools, resources, and support to succeed. Manages resources effectively, tracking progress toward aligned objectives that support both individual team success and overarching company goals.
• Regulatory Compliance and Communication: Ensures the team complies with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Promotes open and transparent communication to maintain alignment and accountability across the team and department.
• Reporting and Strategic Adjustments: Reports team performance, project updates, and challenges to upper management, using data to recommend improvements or adjustments as necessary to meet organizational targets and improve overall team performance.
• Comprehensive Supervision and People Management: Takes a leadership role in the direct supervision of team members, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Plans, assigns, and directs work, ensuring performance evaluations, rewarding achievements, and disciplining where needed. Addresses complaints, resolves problems, and supports overall team dynamics.

As Part of Our Team, You Will Enjoy:

• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life for all our employees
• 401 (k) with 100% Employer-matched up to 4% of your annual income
• Generous paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and birthday pay
• Free Race highspeed internet and phone service where available

All offers of employment are contingent until all pre-employment requirements are met. These requirements may include drug and background screenings as well as Motor Vehicle and DOT related screening and reporting requirements. Race will consider qualified job applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. 

Background Check: Race Communications is a Fair Chance employer abiding by Federal and applicable state Fair Chance Act (s) for all applicants and additionally abides by the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance if you are applying for a position (is) associated with our Lancaster or Palmdale offices.  Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment.  Race will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

Incoming employees will participate in our Speedway to Success onboarding and orientation program and may be required to travel to an onboarding location other than their designated worksite for the first day. Remote employees may be required to attend in-person orientation and collect their assigned equipment on their first day. Further information will be provided closer to the hire date. 

Race Communications is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes applications from individuals (with or without reasonable accommodation), with the skills, experience, and dedication to excel in their roles without regard to race, religion, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, gender identity/gender expression and sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. 

To arrange reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified individuals with disabilities, please contact Recruiting (recruiting at race dot com) to initiate the interactive process. 

Updated: 09/2025