Groundhand

U.S Citizenship Required.

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 drivers license with a good driving record

Must be able to pass a preemployment 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