General Laborer/Fiber Puller

Entersource, Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fiber optic installation seeks a General Laborer/Fiber Puller to support construction crews. This full-time position involves physical labor for underground and aerial fiber installation, requiring strong stamina and communication skills. Join a collaborative, integrity-driven team.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to meet physical requirements: lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pulling fiber optic cable through conduit or along strand.
• Set up and operate fiber pullers and winches under supervision.
• Haul materials and supplies to and from work areas.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Physical Stamina

Job description

Description

EnterSource is a growing and thriving Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) installation, mainline and service company who is looking to add to our team of "A" players! We are team-oriented, production-driven, customer-focused and operate with a high-level of integrity. We value generosity, resiliency, having a heart of a teacher and attention to detail while fostering joy, optimism and servanthood through hard-work and humility. We are looking for a General Laborer/Fiber Puller to join our growing team.

*This is a full-time travel position - out of state based on project needs*

What’s in it for you?

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Company paid premiums for Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to gain valuable working skills in a growing industry

Voluntary Benefits offered:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Responsibilities: The General Laborer/Fiber Puller supports mainline fiber optic construction crews by performing manual labor tasks required for underground and aerial fiber installation. This role is critical to safely and efficiently pulling fiber, setting up job sites and ensuring that project specifications are met.

• Assist in pulling fiber optic cable through conduit (underground) or along strand (aerial).
• Safely handle and transport fiber reels and pulling equipment.
• Set up and operate fiber pullers, capstans and winches under supervision.
• Set up safety barriers, signage, and traffic control as needed.
• Excavate, backfill and compact trenches manually or with equipment.
• Assist linemen, drillers, splicers, or heavy equipment operators as directed.
• Haul materials and supplies to and from work areas.
• Help verify fiber routing and pulling plans before work begins.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets the company’s minimum safety standards.
• Prior construction or telecommunications experience is preferred.
• Basic understanding of fiber optic construction practices is a plus.
• Able to meet physical requirements: climb ladders, work in confined spaces and/or various heights, lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., squat, kneel, bend, crawl and stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to work.
• Willingness to obtain certifications (OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Flagging, etc.).

Schedule:

• Regularly scheduled to work 40 hours a week.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed in addition to regular travel. As part of your job duties, you may be required to travel depending on the project needs. When work is slower in your market, there may be an occasion that you would be asked to travel to another market location to help with the workload either in state or out of state.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment screen, including a drug test and an acceptable driving record.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Different makes us better. Employment with EnterSource is at-will and either party can terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This is a safety sensitive position. EnterSource is a drug-free workplace.