What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cable Plowing Crew position at Clara City Telephone Company?
Job Description/Duties:
The job is construction work placing underground fiber optic telecommunications cables in the communities we serve. The employee will be asked to dig, rake and cleanup using hand tools. In addition, depending on the employee’s capabilities, they may be asked to operate light trucks and construction equipment (backhoes, trenchers, caterpillars, etc..).
For 2026, the work will primarily be in and around Keystone, SD. Our work day begins at 7:00 AM Monday through Friday. The job in Keystone, SD will go through Thanksgiving depending on weather. This job can be seasonal or full time. If you live in MN, we will fly you out on Monday morning and home on Friday night.
Hours:
A typical work week is Monday – Friday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Pay:
This is an hourly paid position. Overtime is paid after working 40 hours in a work week at 1 ½ times pay. Pay is bi-weekly. The range of pay is $20-24. Each candidate will be evaluated based on their work experience.
Full Time Benefits (not for seasonal):
- Health Insurance after 30 days of employment for employee and all dependents
- Vacation benefits after 1 year of employment
- 401k after 6 months of employment
- Paid holidays
Fringe Benefits:
- In areas where we provide service, we offer free and discounted telecommunication services (phone/Internet).
- Boot allowance of $125 per year.
- If an employee is required to stay in Company-provided lodging a per diem is paid to cover some expenses.
- Company provided tools and test equipment.
Salary : $125