What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer - Underground position at VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS?
The Laborer supports underground construction crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure. This role involves physical labor, working in outdoor environments, and assisting with trenching, conduit installation, and site restoration. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and eager to learn the telecom industry.
Hourly Pay: $19.00 - $20.00
Key Responsibilities
Assist with underground utility construction, including trenching, digging, and backfilling
Support installation of conduit, duct banks, handholes, and vaults
Help pull, place, and secure fiber optic and copper cables
Operate basic hand and power tools (shovels, compactors, saws, drills, etc.)
Assist with locating and protecting existing utilities
Set up and maintain work zones, including traffic control and safety barriers
Perform site cleanup and restoration (concrete, asphalt, sod, dirt, gravel)
Follow all OSHA, company, and jobsite safety procedures
Work as part of a crew to meet production and quality goals
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED preferred
Previous construction, utility, or labor experience preferred (not required)
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Ability to lift 75–100 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
Willingness to learn underground telecom construction methods
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred
Ability to pass background check and drug screening (if required)
Skills & Attributes
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Team player with good communication skills
Attention to safety and detail
Ability to take direction and follow procedures
Dependable and punctual
Work Environment
Outdoor job sites in varying terrain and weather
Physical labor including lifting, bending, digging, and standing for long periods
Exposure to construction equipment, traffic, and underground utilities
Team Verita Benefits!
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
- 401(k) with company match
Health & Wellness
- Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
- Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness
Salary : $19 - $20