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Job Title: Laborer II

Department: Construction

Reports To: Construction Project Manager

Employment Status: Non-exempt, Hourly



Job Summary

The position of Laborer consists of performing various tasks to include placing conduit and/or cables in trenches, splice conduit sections (install couplers) as directed, place anchors, pedestals, vaults, etc. to complete construction tasks. It also consists of operating hand and power tools of all types, cleaning and preparing sites, digging trenches, as well as cleaning up rubble and other debris.



Job Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Assist in the loading/unloading of equipment, materials and supplies needed for daily work.
• Must assist leadership (Superintendent and/or Foreman) with all duties.
• Must be able to operate tamps, jackhammers, core drills, concrete saws, and other miscellaneous equipment safely.
• Hand dig with shovels, picks, digging bars to expose located utilities, access u/g vaults and pedestals, and complete trenches.
• Place conduit and/or cables in trenches, splice conduits sections (install couplers) as directed, place anchors, pedestal, vaults, etc. to complete construction tasks.
• Fully restore worksite at completion of work, refill trenches and holes, tamp soil, replant any plants or shrubs that were disturbed during our construction, place temporary asphalt on streets where excavations have been performed.
• When required and if appropriately licensed and authorized, drive or operate construction equipment used on the jobsite to complete daily work assignments.
• Clean and maintain all company vehicles and equipment assigned for use.
• Capable of working in all temperatures and climates.
• Able to perform physical tasks for the entire assigned work shift.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

• 2 – 3 Years of Experience
• High school or equivalent education
• Valid Driver’s License
• Previous experience and knowledge of underground utility construction preferred.
• Subject to pre-employment drug test and MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) Report.
• Ability to operate all equipment safely and productively.
• Knowledge and understanding of reading drawings and ability to follow specifications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with crew, leadership, and clients.
• Function effectively as an integral part of a team.
• Must be able to meet physical demands of the position.
• Work safely in all conditions.
• Must be available to travel overnight to various sites as required.

• All work is performed at remote locations; driving and sitting are required.
• All work is outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions.
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+) miles over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Telecommunications

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