Lead Construction Technician

Job Overview
Wave2Net is the Shenandoah Valley's first WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) providing broadband communications for 22 years.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Lead Technician to oversee and manage various construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in utilities construction inspection and quality control, with the ability to analyze data and ensure compliance with industry standards. This role requires hands-on experience in both office settings and on construction sites, particularly in fiber optic installation.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work.
• Runs a pre-task plan and daily huddle with the crew to proactively communicate and identify potential issues with safety, quality, and time impacts.
• Communicates with project team regarding logistics, including material, equipment and labor needs.
• Completes required test reports.
• Orders the approved material needed for the project.
• Ensures the crew meets daily productivity goals.
• Ensures the crew works safely, following all local, state, and federal laws and regulations and codes pertaining to the scope of work.
• Perform job progress and completion punch list identification and completion.
• Monitor job costing, quality reporting, forecasting, and productivity to ensure project is on schedule and within budget.
• Review and report on work in progress daily, develop job progress and look ahead schedules to ensure construction projects meet expectations.
• Responsible for the direct supervision and scheduling of laborers, ensuring the proper crew is assigned to each project.
• Provides safe and effective on-the-job training for new and inexperience crew members.
• Proactively perform quality control duties and responsibilities regarding the work being performed.
• Responsible for tools and material inventory management and safeguarding company assets on projects.
• Ensures project assigned equipment is in good working order, performing inspections as required.
• Keeps company vehicle clean per the company vehicle policy.
• Reviews the project schedule weekly, identifies scheduling delays, conflicts, or other issues; and communicates with the project team on ways to problem solve, catch up, and improve.
• Ensure that the job site is always kept in a clean and organized manner.
• Act as a liaison with customers, other contractors, suppliers, project management, and craft workers to ensure all required materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule and specifications.
• Work with the project team, client, leadership, and other stakeholders in to clarify, discuss, and resolve issues an effective and timely manner; be responsive to phone calls and other communications concerning assigned projects.
• Maintain certifications necessary to perform duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least three (3) years of experience in construction with HS diploma or GED; OR an equivalent combination of training, education and relevant work experience
• Knowledge of proper construction techniques, practices, procedures, and safety requirements
• Ability to effectively lead and manage teams on the job site
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and problem solve
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction plans and documents
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with different groups working on a project, including but not limited to the customer, other contractors, project team, vendors, and laborers
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail with a focus on error prevention
• Leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Must be a proactive self-starter, problem solver, and effective team player
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate standard operating policies and procedures, and regulations
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements in a positive and constructive manner
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fiber Optic and or Underground utilities installations, electrical, controls, communication/wires, low voltage.
• Experience leading/supervising construction crews.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to the following:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to walk, sit, stand, bend, kneel, stretch, squat and climb.
• Able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Able to work with specialized construction equipment, tools, and materials.
• Be physically active for long periods of time.
• Able to see, talk and hear in person, via phone and/or through online/video.
• Able to use hands and fingers in a manner that allows for use of a keyboard and phone.
• Able to lift & carry items up to 60 lbs.
• Requires activities involving being around moving mechanical parts and machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, working at various heights, and exposure to dust and loud noise.
• Must be able to travel daily to job sites and meetings.

If you are passionate about ensuring high-quality standards in construction projects and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Lead Technician.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Physical Setting:

• Construction site
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have extenuating circumstances that will keep you from coming to work?
• Are you available to work between the hours of 8am and 6pm?

Ability to Commute:

• Winchester, VA 22602 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winchester, VA 22602: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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