What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ground Hand position at Congruex?
Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 0-25%
Compensation: Hourly (Non-Exempt) / Production Pay
Company Profile
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary
As the Ground Hand you will ultimately be responsible for supporting construction crews by assisting with the preparation, movement, and installation of materials, tools, and equipment. You will perform manual labor and help maintain safe and efficient job site operations while developing foundational skills for career progression in line construction. Your customers are Congruex field construction teams, and you will contribute to project success through teamwork, safety, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 40-90 lbs.
Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
Benefits
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.
Travel Potential: 0-25%
Compensation: Hourly (Non-Exempt) / Production Pay
Company Profile
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary
As the Ground Hand you will ultimately be responsible for supporting construction crews by assisting with the preparation, movement, and installation of materials, tools, and equipment. You will perform manual labor and help maintain safe and efficient job site operations while developing foundational skills for career progression in line construction. Your customers are Congruex field construction teams, and you will contribute to project success through teamwork, safety, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)
- Assist Linemen with loading, unloading, organizing, and preparing tools, materials, and equipment at job sites
- Perform manual labor tasks including digging, tamping, brush clearing, truck cleaning, and material movement as directed
- Support traffic control and maintain safe work zone operations
- Operate or assist with company vehicles and equipment when required
- Identify unsafe conditions and follow appropriate corrective actions and safety procedures
- Support physically demanding construction activities in outdoor environments
- Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license required
- Entry-level construction or utility field experience preferred
- Experience working in outdoor, labor-intensive environments is a plus
- Ability to take direction and follow instructions from supervisors
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, including verbal, radio, and hand signals
- Ability to identify unsafe conditions and follow established safety procedures
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a self-motivated approach to work
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and lift heavy materials
- Previous utility, telecommunications, or construction field experience
- CDL Class A license
- OSHA 10 certification
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 40-90 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders for extended periods
- Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions and in confined spaces
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed
- Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment and wear all required PPE
Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
Benefits
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
- Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
- 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
- Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
- 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
- Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
- Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
- Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.
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