Groundman

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The groundman is responsible for supporting the crews by performing work related to the installation, repair, or movement of telecommunications cable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Support crew through flagging, running, or walking around telecom construction sites

· Provide groundhand 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 with 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

· Lift and/or move up to 100lbs daily

· Ability to run or walk for extensive periods of time

· 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

Pay: $20/hr (Production Pay available)

· 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 Climbe

Salary : $20