Underground Laborer​/Groundman

As a Laborer/Groundman
, you will support aerial and underground outside plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Work may include fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) installations, conduit and manhole construction, trenching, plowing, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), micro‑trenching, vacuum excavation, cable pulling and blowing, aerial construction, pole work, and drop installation, depending on project requirements and terrain.

What you’ll do:

• Follow direction from the Foreman or Supervisor to complete field labor tasks safely and efficiently
• Assist with shoveling, brush clearing, site cleanup, landscaping, vehicle washing, loading/unloading, and material handling
• Monitor excavation work to prevent utility strikes
• Follow safety procedures and use required protective equipment
• Operate or assist with trucks, trailers, and equipment, as trained
• Learn required inventory, tools, equipment, and jobsite procedures
• Climb poles safely when trained and certified

You are safety-minded, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors in challenging conditions. You take pride in quality work, enjoy solving problems, and are willing to learn new skills as part of a hands‑on team.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card (Applicants are subject to an MVR review and must meet company safe‑driving standards)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Ability to read maps, drawings, diagrams, and schematics
• Climbing certification or related experience preferred (required for pole work assignments)
• Overhead or underground outside plant fiber construction experience, is preferred
• Knowledge of overhead materials, clearance codes, and network design, is preferred
• Flagger certification preferred or ability to obtain it, as needed

We are a proud partner of the DoW Skill Bridge program for transitioning service members. MOS Codes 25L, 12N, 3E2X1, and BU, align well with this role.

Compensation of $24-28 per hour, depending on the experience

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

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

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

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

• Overtime pay will be provided in accordance with California labor laws, at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a workweek
• Rest and Meal Breaks:
  You will be compensated for paid rest periods and granted 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!

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, or 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.

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