Ground Hand/Laborer

Cable Services Company, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is seeking a Ground Hand/Laborer to assist with construction-related tasks. The role involves working outdoors, performing manual labor, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be physically capable of handling equipment and materials.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision

Overnight travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of driving experience with no major infractions.
• Two years of construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction-related activities.
• Set up traffic control signs and cones.
• Complete daily equipment safety inspections.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Summary

This position will work with crews performing work in the telecommunications field.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction-related activities such as pulling a rope, climbing ladders, using common hand tools, manual digging with a shovel, cable handling, and general clean-up.
• Stock truck with materials to ensure adequate supply for daily work assignments.
• Organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Set up traffic control signs and cones.
• Flag and/or direct traffic as needed.
• Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks.
• Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (i.e., timesheet, truck report, expense report).
• Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to help the team complete a project.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Able to work 10+ hours in a day, when necessary.
• Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Capable of moving materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Able to ascend/descend a ladder or pole to connect cables or perform other tasks.
• Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable with work attendance.

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• At least two years of driving experience with no major infractions in the previous three years.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Two years of construction experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Pass pre-employment drug test and criminal background screen.
• Complete and pass a DOT Physical.

Physical Demands

This position requires balancing, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, hearing, and talking.

Work Environment

While performing this job, an employee is exposed to varying weather conditions.

Travel

This position may require travel to different project sites, including overnight stays (hotel expenses paid by the company).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cable Services Company, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

Requirements

Applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered. We appreciate your interest.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision.