Underground Construction Assistant, Fairfield ME

Overview

Job Summary:

Under direction from the Underground Foreman or Supervisor, perform general labor duties in the field of telecom underground construction. This position is based in Fairfield Maine and work will be in Maine, Vermont, & New Hampshire regions.

Who We Are:

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading wireless, wireline networks, and critical infrastructure facilities for major wireless operators, equipment manufacturers, and developers across North America. Centerline brands, including Maicom, Maiuri Electric, Penta, PM&A, PPT, and Skyline Engineering, bring unmatched expertise to each job.  

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; referral bonuses; and generous PTO. Learn more about our brands and get to know #LifeAtCenterline on LinkedIn. 

Join our team today. Together, we’re building a better network.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with, and understand the use of underground utility construction tools; use of jackhammers/chipping guns, compactors, shovels, and other hand tools
• If qualified, drive to and from job sites throughout New England as well as perform general construction labor at the job site including loading, digging, and placing underground cabling that would vary in size, shape, and weight.
• Conscientious regarding the safety of him/herself at times as well as the safety of every other crew member or individual on the job site
• Ability to make independent judgment and perform repetitive tasks
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers; work as part of a team environment
• Travel throughout the region with the Underground Crew, learning on the job
• Other duties as assigned        

Qualifications

What You Will Need:

• Active Class A CDL desired but not required
• Hydraulics IC/2B Hoisting license a plus
• Previous underground utility or communications construction experience a plus
• Show up for work daily and on time and ability to follow directions
• Handle physical demands of construction duties
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver's license and pass random driver's license screenings
• Ability to make independent judgment and perform repetitive tasks
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers
• Within 90 days of start date, take and pass OSHA-10 Certification; company supplied training
• Must be able to take and pass, and continue to pass a DOT Physical
• Due to the nature of the job, travel is a requirement; hotels are paid for and employee will be supplied with per diem
• Overtime is available every week
• Knowledge of materials handling equipment and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Work Environment

• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head 40 lbs continuously
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

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NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.