General Laborer Jobs

Overview
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

• Drive truck to/from job locations (with the proper licensing requirements)
• Safely utilize various construction hand tools
• Check oil and fuel levels on trucks and equipment
• Manually load and unload materials
• Assist with work site preparations to include shoveling, raking etc.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while working including but not limited to hard hat, reflective vest, and safety goggles
• Direct traffic flow in accordance with local DOT guidelines
• Manually rotating a reel containing fiber optic conduit or other material
• 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
• Pull out cable lines and other equipment used in installing cable wires
• Assist withs traffic control and barriers
• Other duties as assigned
• Pull lashing equipment down cable lines to secure wires

Skills And Abilities

• Willingness to work outdoors in every type of weather
• Ability to work safely
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 100lbs
• Ability to work alone or with crews
• Ability to work in remote or congested traffic areas

Minimum Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, DOT, and background check
• Available for work requiring travel
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Experience in operating various hand tools

Preferred Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Aerial cable installation experience
• Prior construction experience
• 21 years of age or older
• Certified Pole Climber
• CDL
• Splicing experience
• Underground construction experience