Overview : POSITION SUMMARY

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
• 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
• Prior construction experience
• 21 years of age or older
• Aerial cable installation experience
• Underground construction experience
• Splicing experience
• Certified Pole Climbe

Last updated : 2024-05-22