Groundhand

U.S Citizenship Required. Pay Rate: $20 Per Hour-Production Pay When Not In Hourly Rate POSITION SUMMARY The general laborer or ground hand is responsible for supporting the crews by performing work related to the installation, repair, or movement of telecommunications cable. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide general labor skills including but not limited to shoveling, spinning a fiber reel, and pulling cable Maintain and promote a safe working environment for yourself and the other members of your team Assist withs traffic control and barriers Direct traffic flow in accordance with local DOT guidelines Manually rotating a reel containing fiber optic conduit or other material Assist with work site preparations to include shoveling, raking etc. Check oil and fuel levels on trucks and equipment Manually load and unload materials Safely utilize various construction hand tools Pull lashing equipment down cable lines to secure wires Pull out cable lines and other equipment used in installing cable wires Drive truck to/from job locations (with the proper licensing requirements) Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while working including but not limited to hard hat, reflective vest, and safety goggles Other duties as assigned SKILLS AND ABILITIES Regularly lift and/or move up to 100lbs Ability to work in remote or congested traffic areas Willingness to work outdoors in every type of weather Ability to work alone or with crews Ability to work safely MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Experience in operating various hand tools Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, DOT, and background check Available for work requiring travel PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED CDL Prior construction experience 21 years of age or older Aerial cable installation experience Underground construction experience Splicing experience Certified Pole Climber

Created: 2025-04-01