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Utility Pole Inspection Foreman Jobs in Tennessee

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

... inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works ... Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging ...

Foreman, Pipeline

Nashville, TN · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

... inspectors. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid background in ... Minimum 3 years' experience supervising the installation of underground natural gas utilities, or ...

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Concrete Superintendent

Columbia, TN · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

... as a Utility Superintendent for residential concrete work during gaps between commercial ... Perform quality control inspections and coordinate testing if required (slump, cylinder breaks, etc ...

As the Hydro Excavation Vac Foreman, your customers are Congruex project teams, utility clients ... Inspect work sites for hazards, enforce OSHA and company safety standards, and ensure compliance ...

Hydrovac Operator

Lebanon, TN · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Perform pre and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance * Performing Required Daily Vacuum Excavation Tasks: * Potholing Existing Underground Utilities for HDD Work * Pole Holes ...

Hydrovac Operator

Lebanon, TN · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Perform pre and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance * Performing Required Daily Vacuum Excavation Tasks: * Potholing Existing Underground Utilities for HDD Work * Pole Holes ...

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How much do utility pole inspection foreman jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility pole inspection foreman in Tennessee is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $20.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a utility pole inspection foreman?

A Utility Pole Inspection Foreman oversees a team responsible for inspecting utility poles for safety, stability, and compliance with regulations. They coordinate daily operations, ensure inspections are completed accurately, and report findings to utility companies or contractors. The role involves field supervision, safety enforcement, and communication with stakeholders. Strong leadership skills and knowledge of utility pole structures are essential for success in this position.

What does a utility pole inspection foreman do?

A typical day for a Utility Pole Inspection Foreman involves coordinating and supervising field teams as they inspect utility poles for structural integrity, safety compliance, and potential hazards. You’ll plan inspection routes, review work progress, complete detailed reports, and address any issues that arise onsite. Collaboration with utility companies, contractors, and local authorities is common, as you ensure all inspections meet industry guidelines and project timelines. The role requires a mix of hands-on fieldwork and record-keeping, along with effective team leadership in sometimes challenging outdoor environments. This balance makes every day dynamic and crucial to maintaining the reliability of utility infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a utility pole inspection foreman?

To excel as a Utility Pole Inspection Foreman, you need strong knowledge of utility infrastructure, safety standards, and supervisory experience, often supported by a relevant technical background or industry certifications. Familiarity with inspection tools, GPS mapping technology, and compliance systems like NERC or OSHA regulations is important for effective fieldwork. Exceptional leadership, clear communication, and problem-solving abilities are valuable soft skills for managing crews and coordinating with other departments. These skills ensure inspections are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

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OHE Foreman

MasTec Inc

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Overview

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary 

The OHE Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement of overhead electrical cables to meet customer needs, ensuring crew safety, keeping track of employee hours, completing daily & weekly safety briefings/inspections, and calls in project utility locations. This position oversees the Line team and works with other personnel from various departments. 


Responsibilities
  • Obtain all the necessary materials for the job, and ensure all permits and licenses are in place. 
  • Oversee work related to each project and assume full responsibility for its quality and timeliness. 
  • Compliance with proper safety standards, procedures, and work practices according to MasTec or the customer, whichever standard is higher. 
  • Facilitate daily toolbox talks and weekly safety inspections. Disseminates information and ensures understanding of safety briefings. 
  • Perform aerial tasks, such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, and lashing. This is only allowed if no critical work is being performed that the Foreman is not needed as a Qualified observer. 
  • Place overhead electrical cables.
  • Connect wires and cables to terminals and attach/detach various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
  • Coordinate and supervise daily tasks for crew members related to digging and placing product. 
  • Perform construction work, such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe, and inner duct work in various types of conduit systems and open excavations.
  • Climb utility poles and/or use aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design.
  • Drive, haul, and/or operate equipment to/from job sites to assist crews in completion of work. 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications 

  • High school diploma, or equivalent. 
  • 6 years of experience. 
  • 2 years of supervisory experience. 
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • 8 or more years of experience, including extensive experience supervising and training skilled labor. 
  • OSHA 20 Certification. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE). 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 
The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.  
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications 

  • High school diploma, or equivalent. 
  • 6 years of experience. 
  • 2 years of supervisory experience. 
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • 8 or more years of experience, including extensive experience supervising and training skilled labor. 
  • OSHA 20 Certification. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE). 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 
The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.  
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