Construction Laborer

The primary responsibilities of Construction Laborer perform a wide variety of manual duties in support of telecommunications construction. This role performs tasks involving physical labor on job sites and light/heavy construction projects. Maintain control of outside plant (OSP)/Inside plant (ISP) activities surrounding the assigned work area(s). Support project timelines, conduct inspections, designing and providing accurate as-builts for projects. Other duties, responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned. (This is meant to be a guide. Duties may vary dependent upon management.) This is a unit pay based position - candidates will be paid per completed task or project rather than by the hour. Rates are set in advance based on the type of work performed.

Essential Position Functions:

• Able to utilize a variety of hand tools, operate power tools and equipment to perform outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) utility construction.
• Able to dig trenches (by hand or power), clean up rubble and debris, backfill excavations, and/or compact earth to grade specifications, and remove waste materials.
• Load and unload materials, machinery, and tools at appropriate locations.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in road, utility easement and private property environments to prepare worksite for telecommunications construction activities.
• Able to place cabinets, hand holes and manholes.
• Able to place conduits and (push/pull) fiber and coax cables.
• Able to operate commercial vehicles and pull a variety of trailers.
• Able to recognize underground and aerial utilities and eliminate potential hazards for construction work to be completed.
• Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.

• Ability to safely utilize light/heavy underground excavation equipment, access manholes, hand holes, trenches, and large/small excavations.
• Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer and public and compliance with all governmental orders.
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
• Daily documentation of work performed, material usage, and other record keeping tasks.
• Daily timekeeping required.
• Perform work following established and TrueNet mandated Safety and Health guidelines.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively with little to no supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of telecommunication construction experience is preferred.
• Ability to use hand and power tools required.
• Must have a valid driver's license (CDL is preferred).
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Must have basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical to obtain and maintain a DOT Health Card.
• Must be able to lift, up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to pull ropes and work under a lineman safely as a ground-hand.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry).

Work Environment:

• Must be able to travel up to 50% (most travel is planned).
• Ability to work in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, as needed, to meet client needs.
• Ability to operate a commercial vehicle and/or pulling a trailer.
• Carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Working on aerial lifts, ladders, at heights up to 40 feet.
• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled, environment out in the field.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.