Fiber Blowing & Placement Foreman

Job Details

Job Location:

Jonesburg, MO 63351

Position Type:
Full Time

Position:
Fiber Blowing & Placement Foreman

Industry: Broadband / Fiber Optic Construction

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Travel:
Nationwide Travel Required

We are looking for an experienced Travel Fiber Blowing & Placement Foreman to lead crews performing underground fiber optic installation. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who understands fiber placement, production, safety, and quality—and knows how to keep a crew productive while meeting project schedules.

This is an opportunity to join a growing broadband construction operation with projects across multiple markets.

• Lead and supervise fiber blowing and placement crews in the field
• Perform and oversee fiber optic cable placement using air‑blown and traditional installation methods
• Operate and maintain fiber blowing equipment, compressors, winches, and related tools
• Ensure proper cable handling, tension, bend radius, slack, and installation practices
• Read and interpret construction plans, maps, and fiber placement designs
• Coordinate daily work activities and crew assignments
• Track production and communicate progress to project management
• Identify and resolve field issues that could impact production or schedule
• Maintain accurate daily production and material records
• Ensure work is completed according to project specifications and quality standards
• Enforce company safety policies and OSHA requirements
• Train and develop crew members in proper fiber placement techniques
• Coordinate with customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and other field personnel when necessary
• Maintain equipment and ensure trucks and tools are ready for daily production
• Travel to project locations as required

• 3+ years of fiber optic construction experience preferred
• Previous experience with fiber blowing/placement required
• Previous foreman or crew‑lead experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of underground and/or aerial fiber construction
• Experience operating fiber blowing equipment
• Ability to read construction plans and understand fiber routes
• Strong understanding of fiber placement procedures and safety requirements
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle fiber construction materials and equipment
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours when project schedules require it

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Per diem while traveling
• Paid travel time/mileage as applicable
• Company vehicle and equipment
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k) / retirement benefits
• Opportunities for advancement
• Consistent work with a growing broadband construction company

The right candidate isn't just someone who can blow fiber—they can run a crew, solve problems, manage production, and get the job done safely and correctly.

If you have the experience to lead a fiber placement crew and take pride in quality production, we want to hear from you.