Construction Laborer

ZipRecruiter; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company seeks a Construction Laborer in Tucson, AZ. This role involves varied manual duties, including operating tools and equipment for utility construction tasks. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, experience in telecommunications construction, and a valid driver’s license. Join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting projects in this essential field.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills required.
• Able to consistently prioritize and complete assignments accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of manual duties in support of telecommunications construction.
• Maintain control of outside/inside plant activities surrounding assigned work areas.
• Daily documentation of work performed and material usage.

Skills

Manual labor

Use of hand tools

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

1+ years of telecommunication construction experience

Tools

Power tools

Excavation equipment

Commercial vehicles

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The primary responsibilities of Construction Laborer perform a wide variety of manual duties in support of telecommunications construction. This role performs tasks involving physical labor on job sites and light/heavy construction projects. Maintain control of outside plant (OSP)/Inside plant (ISP) activities surrounding the assigned work area(s). Support project timelines, conduct inspections, designing and providing accurate as-builts for projects. Other duties, responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned. (This is meant to be a guide. Duties may vary dependent upon management.)This is a unit pay based position - candidates will bepaid per completed task or project rather than by the hour. Rates are set in advance based on the type of work performed.

Essential Position Functions:

• Able to utilize a variety of hand tools, operate power tools and equipment to perform outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) utility construction.
• Able to dig trenches (by hand or power), clean up rubble and debris, backfill excavations, and/or compact earth to grade specifications, and remove waste materials.
• Load and unload materials, machinery, and tools at appropriate locations.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in road, utility easement and private property environments to prepare worksite for telecommunications construction activities.
• Able to place cabinets, hand holes and manholes.
• Able to place conduits and (push/pull) fiber and coax cables.
• Able to operate commercial vehicles and pull a variety of trailers.
• Able to recognize underground and aerial utilities and eliminate potential hazards for construction work to be completed.
• Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.

• Ability to safely utilize light/heavy underground excavation equipment, access manholes, hand holes, trenches, and large/small excavations.
• Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer and public and compliance with all governmental orders.
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
• Daily documentation of work performed, material usage, and other record keeping tasks.
• Daily timekeeping required.
• Perform work following established and TrueNet mandated Safety and Health guidelines.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively with little to no supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED .
• 1+ years of telecommunication construction experience is .
• Ability to use hand and power tools required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (CDL is ).
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Must have basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical to obtain and maintain a DOT Health Card.
• Must be able to lift, up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to pull ropes and work under a lineman safely as a ground-hand.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry).

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a field environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to travel up to 50% (most travel is planned).
• Ability to work in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, as needed, to meet client needs.
• Ability to operate a commercial vehicle and/or pulling a trailer.
• Carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Working on aerial lifts, ladders, at heights up to 40 feet.
• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled, environment out in the field.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.

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