Aerial Laborer

Engineering Associates; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Aerial Laborer, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting the installation and maintenance of vital telecom infrastructure. This position offers hands-on experience with a focus on safety and teamwork in various weather conditions. You'll be responsible for providing essential tools and materials to your crew while ensuring compliance with local regulations. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in the telecommunications industry. Enjoy a range of benefits, including medical plans, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical Plans

Dental and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education/Tuition Reimbursement

Short and Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401k Retirement Savings with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Company Vehicle and Gas Card

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• Certification as a pole climber is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Support Aerial Telecom Crew with installation and maintenance tasks.
• Direct traffic flow and ensure safety during construction activities.

Skills

Labor Experience

Traffic Direction

Heavy Machinery Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bucket Trucks

Mechanical Tools

Job description

At Ervin Cable Construction, as an Aerial Laborer, you’ll support an Aerial Telecom Crew with the installation and maintenance of fiber/telecom cables and materials.

What you’ll do as an Aerial Laborer:

• Provide tools, parts, and materials to crew members as needed
• Reposition or move bucket trucks, trailers, or equipment as directed
• Ensure that door-tagging and resident notifications for construction activities are completed before starting work each day
• Stock, clean, and maintain all company vehicles and equipment
• Perform hand digging using shovels and mechanical tools
• Direct/flag traffic flow in line with local DOT guidelines
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/after-hours responsibilities as needed
• Perform work in all weather conditions

As required by Illinois regulation, the pay range for this position if performed in Illinois is $16-20 hourly.

What you’ll need:

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Certified pole climber or be willing to become certified
• Previous labor experience in telecommunications is a plus

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level at heights, in confined spaces and in remote locations, climb stairs, bend, stoop, stand, walk and lift up to 55 pounds, operate vehicle & heavy machinery
• Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse

What you'll get…

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost
• Medical Plans including Surgery Plus, Mental Health Care, Prescription Plans, PPO and HD options
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HSA
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Provided Life Insurance and AD&D
• 401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Discounts
• Legal Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Company vehicle and gas card (Depending on job function)

Who we are…

We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. We strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people.

We serve the nation in 46 states with a workforce of over 2,000 employees providing construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management services.

We offer opportunities for learning and growth to prepare our team members for current roles and future advancement. Join us!

EEO Statement

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on disability and veteran status. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, and Illinois applicants are not required to disclose arrests or sealed records.