What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at Windwave Communications?
We’re hiring dependable laborers to support excavation and utility construction crews. This role involves physical outdoor work, use of hand and power tools, and supporting equipment operators and foremen on active job sites.
What You’ll Do
Headquartered in Boardman, Oregon, Windwave is a community-oriented, locally owned fiber-optic communications company. With over 1,000 route miles of company-owned or controlled optical fiber, our network serves several regional markets in Eastern Oregon. Our investment in next-generation technologies positions us to be the premier provider of fiber-based broadband solutions throughout Eastern Oregon. Windwave is an Oregon corporation operating as an OPUC-certified competitive telecommunications and internet access service provider, having been in business since 2004. We have been dedicated to bringing the benefits of high-speed internet and digital services to our schools, hospitals, and communities. Our vision is to enhance the education, health care, and economic development of our region through innovative solutions and reliable network management. We have successfully expanded our reach to several Eastern Oregon communities. Windwave Communications is the workplace where it feels a little more like family and a lot less like "just another job". We believe that when our employees feel supported, welcomed, and comfortable being themselves, great things can happen. Our team is hard-working, genuine, and we enjoy what we do. Our atmosphere is casual, approachable, and built on connection. We're excited about what we do, and want our team to feel that energy too. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or collaborating with us, we want you to feel comfortable, inspired, and included.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with conduit placement and utility installation.
- Support trench digging and backfill operations.
- Move materials, tools, and equipment around the jobsite.
- Fuel and maintain equipment as directed.
- Pull wire and cable through conduit.
- Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe.
- Construction or outdoor labor experience preferred.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
- Experience using hand and power tools.
- Valid driver’s license with clean record.
- Must pass drug screen and background check.
- Outdoor construction environment.
- Physical work including lifting, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Overtime may be required based on project needs.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, dental, vision insurance.
- Life & long-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Bonus program.
Headquartered in Boardman, Oregon, Windwave is a community-oriented, locally owned fiber-optic communications company. With over 1,000 route miles of company-owned or controlled optical fiber, our network serves several regional markets in Eastern Oregon. Our investment in next-generation technologies positions us to be the premier provider of fiber-based broadband solutions throughout Eastern Oregon. Windwave is an Oregon corporation operating as an OPUC-certified competitive telecommunications and internet access service provider, having been in business since 2004. We have been dedicated to bringing the benefits of high-speed internet and digital services to our schools, hospitals, and communities. Our vision is to enhance the education, health care, and economic development of our region through innovative solutions and reliable network management. We have successfully expanded our reach to several Eastern Oregon communities. Windwave Communications is the workplace where it feels a little more like family and a lot less like "just another job". We believe that when our employees feel supported, welcomed, and comfortable being themselves, great things can happen. Our team is hard-working, genuine, and we enjoy what we do. Our atmosphere is casual, approachable, and built on connection. We're excited about what we do, and want our team to feel that energy too. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or collaborating with us, we want you to feel comfortable, inspired, and included.