Laborer​/Groundman

Overview

At Mas Tec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As a Laborer/Groundman (Travel Crew), you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the Mas Tec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

• General labor for aerial and underground construction projects.
• Perform manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, preparing job sites with hand tools.
• Operate fiber‑blowing equipment to install fiber optic cable in conduits.
• Place conduit as directed by Foreman or Supervisor.
• Read maps and diagrams and follow directions.
• Support trench digging and closing.
• Move materials and vehicles as directed by Foreman or Supervisor.
• Perform maintenance services: cleanup, wash vehicles, landscaping.
• Operate vehicle and equipment (trucks and other equipment) as directed and certified.
• Tow trailers with flatbed trucks.
• Conduct aerial/underground work as needed and directed, and as trained.
• Troubleshoot RF and fiber line/equipment issues.
• Construct and repair underground RF and fiber service.
• Read and construct from design schematics and maps.
• Learn inventory and equipment required for projects.
• Receive training and certification on equipment: line truck, bucket truck, cable reel equipment, saws and drills.
• Climb poles with climbing equipment safely.
• Move and relocate RF and fiber service.
• Familiar with NESC safety guidelines.

• Safety is part of your day to day.
• Track record of completing work with high quality.
• Ability to solve hard problems and a hands‑on approach.
• Looking for long‑term projects.
• Enjoy getting hands dirty with the team.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Can lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams.
• Climbing certification or related experience.
• Practical experience in overhead construction for RF and fiber.
• Knowledge of overhead bill of materials.
• Knowledge of city, county, state clearance codes.
• Extensive knowledge of network architecture and design for RF and fiber networks.
• Flagger certified for field work as needed.
• Excellent verbal, written, phone, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in high‑volume environment.
• Willingness to travel.

Compensation of $25‑$30 per hour, or prevailing wage in certain locations, if working on the project.

Per diem includes hotel + $50 for food. Crews may travel one week at a time, occasionally extended stays up to two weeks before returning home for a break.

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time

• The schedule is typically 6 days per week, 10‑12 hours per day.
• Overtime pay will comply with California labor laws, at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours >8 in a day or >40 in a week.
• Rest and meal breaks: compensated paid rest periods; unpaid meal breaks in accordance with California labor laws.
• "At‑will employment": your employment with Mas Tec is “at‑will,” meaning either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with Mas Tec!

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Other (Telecommunications)

Mas Tec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state and local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is also Mas Tec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.