Summary
Underground Laborers support an underground crew in the construction of telecommunications infrastructure by working on the ground; handling cable, conduit, tools and heavy materials, digging holes and performing other similar work. Our ideal candidates will have good mechanical aptitude, understanding of work practices related to underground utility construction and all the hazards related to this type of work.
This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor such as shovel/ broom work, hand digging, trenching, pulling and removing material, job site clean-up and various tasks associated with utility construction
- Assist crew members in the placement of cable/ conduit
- Operate hand and power tools and other general tasks using company and/or rental equipment
- Load and unload trucks/ dumpster and haul and hoist materials
- Must have the ability to work safely, with or without supervision
- Participate in daily job briefing and safety meetings and ability to follow instructions and perform assigned duties in a timely manner
Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, be dependable and punctual
- Must be able to lift, reach, dig and carry heavy objects with frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and infrequent lifting of up to 100 pounds with assistance
- Labor experience in underground utilities preferred
- Due to the nature of field work, this position may require overtime, working on weekends, holidays, and the possibility of being called in during off hours
- We are an outside plant construction company, it is mandatory to work outside in the varying elements year round
- Completion of pre-employment background checks, drug screen and motor vehicle record checks are required
- Must be authorized to work in the United States