Underground Laborer/Groundman

Laborer/Groundman As a Laborer/Groundman, you will support aerial and underground outside plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Work may include fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) installations, conduit and manhole construction, trenching, plowing, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), micro-trenching, vacuum excavation, cable pulling and blowing, aerial construction, pole work, and drop installation, depending on project requirements and terrain. Responsibilities include following directions from the Foreman or Supervisor to complete field labor tasks safely and efficiently, assisting with shoveling, brush clearing, site cleanup, landscaping, vehicle washing, loading/unloading, and material handling, monitoring excavation work to prevent utility strikes, following safety procedures and using required protective equipment, operating or assisting with trucks, trailers, and equipment as trained, learning required inventory, tools, equipment, and jobsite procedures, and climbing poles safely when trained and certified. Qualifications include being safety-minded, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors in challenging conditions, taking pride in quality work, enjoying solving problems, and being willing to learn new skills as part of a hands-on team. Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card (applicants are subject to an MVR review and must meet company safe-driving standards) are required. Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs, ability to read maps, drawings, diagrams, and schematics, climbing certification or related experience preferred (required for pole work assignments), overhead or underground outside plant fiber construction experience, knowledge of overhead materials, clearance codes, and network design, flagger certification preferred or ability to obtain it, as needed, ATT experience, and field inspector experience are preferred. Compensation of $24-30 per hour, depending on the experience. Benefits include financial security, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, red wing boot voucher, medical, dental and vision insurance, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), work/life balance, paid time off, paid holidays, family and medical leave, paid sick time, and overtime pay provided in accordance with California labor laws.