Construction Laborer

Transcore; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TransCore (TCI), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, seeks eleven Construction Laborers to join our ITS team in Tampa, FL. This role performs underground conduit and fiber optic cable installation, concrete work on flat surfaces, and related duties. Travel for short periods and night work may be required to support ITS and fiber projects.

Candidates must be able to lift heavy loads, work outdoors in heat, and meet safety requirements; valid driver’s license and FDLE background clearance are expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to dig trenches using a shovel or mini-excavator and operate basic hand tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 lb bags of concrete for mixing.
• Must work outdoors in heat for extended periods and at heights 40–80 ft or more.
• Must complete and pass FDLE background check and/or SLERS clearance as required.
• Must travel out of town for short periods and work night shifts as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment including cameras, detectors, and controller cabinets.
• Install electrical and data conductors, fiber optic cable, pull boxes, conduit, poles, and foundations.
• Perform conduit and fiber/cable installation and concrete work along flat surfaces.
• Connect conductors to equipment and ensure proper functionality.
• Prepare logs documenting field conditions and installation activities.
• Complete paperwork and shift communications following policies.

Skills

Dig trenches

Physical strength

Work at heights

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

Valid driver’s license

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL A License

MOT Certification

General computer skills

Job description

TransCore (TCI), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking eleven (11) Construction Laborer to join our ITS team in Tampa, FL.

Summary

This position will perform underground utility construction to include Conduit and Fiber Optic Cable installation, Concrete work along a horizontal plane flatwork, and other general services as needed. Candidates selected for this position must be able to travel out of town for short periods of time, and work nights as needed to perform the duties of the position. We are looking for candidates interested in supporting both our ITS and fiber construction teams, with some positions primarily assigned to fiber installation projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Install equipment including cameras, detectors, and controller cabinets.
• Install electrical and data conductors, fiber optic cable, pull boxes, conduit, poles, and foundations.
• Perform conduit and fiber optic cable installation and concrete work along a horizontal plane (flatwork).
• Connect conductors to equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Prepare logs to document field conditions and installation activities.
• Complete paperwork, reports, and shift-to-shift communications accurately and in a timely manner, following established policies and procedures.
• Perform general labor services as needed.
• Work at heights ranging from 40 to 80 feet or more using aerial lifts, bucket trucks, or crane baskets.
• Frequently work on ladders and scaffolds.
• May travel to job sites in a company vehicle, sometimes up to 100 miles or more.
• Work in varied environments including dusty, dirty, hot, wet, or confined spaces such as ditches or elevated areas.
• Follow strict safety procedures to avoid injury from electrical shock, falls, or cuts.

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to dig trenches using a shovel or mini-excavator, and operate basic hand and battery-powered tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 lb. bags of concrete for mixing.
• Must be able to work outdoors in heat for extended periods.
• Must be able to work at heights from 40 to 80 feet or more.
• Must complete and pass a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) background check and/or SLERS clearance as required by the project.
• Must have the ability to travel out of town for short periods and work night shifts as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record

Preferred

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• CDL A License, Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certified,
• General computer skills and knowledge.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This role requires the ability to read and understand safety procedures, operating manuals, and written instructions, as well as to write routine reports and communicate effectively with teams and customers. Basic math skills are needed, including calculations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and interpreting simple data visuals. Employees must be able to follow detailed instructions and apply sound judgment to resolve routine issues. The position involves regular physical activity such as standing for extended periods, walking, climbing ladders or scaffolds, and lifting up to 50 lbs regularly, up to 100 lbs frequently, and occasionally more than 100 lbs. Work may occur in varied environments including dusty, dirty, hot, wet, or confined spaces such as ditches or elevated areas. Vision requirements include depth perception, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employees may be exposed to outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, electrical hazards, and traffic, with occasional work at heights. Noise levels are typically loud. Travel to job sites may be required, sometimes up to 100 miles or more, using a company vehicle. To minimize risk of injury from electrical shock, falls, or cuts, strict safety procedures must be followed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to support individuals in performing essential job functions.

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