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