HDD Laborer CDL

Peak Utility Services Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Brothers, Inc. is seeking a HDD Laborer to support telecommunications construction projects. You will perform general labor and assist with underground excavation, cabling, and equipment handling on site.

Responsibilities include loading, driving, digging, and coordinating with crew members while maintaining safety standards and following foreman directions in various terrain and environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of telecommunications construction, including HDD and underground excavation.
• Must be able to work safely and coordinate with crew.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Must have a good working knowledge of HDD and underground construction.
• Handle loading, driving, deliveries, digging, and placement of materials.
• Operate or work around heavy equipment and machinery in congested or remote areas.
• Maintain safe working habits according to regulations and company policies.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

English reading/writing

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HDD equipment operation

Underground utilities

Backhoe/Trencher

Job description

Our Core Values

Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification

Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The HDD Laborer duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Must have a good working knowledge of telecommunications construction, including Horizontal Directional Drills (HDD) and underground excavation work.


• All phases of underground construction include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment


• Hand dig using shovel, mechanical tools


• Install and maintenance of underground telecommunications cabling


• Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)


• Operate or work around heavy equipment and machinery


• Working in congested or remote areas


• Maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement


• Perform general construction work under direction of Foreman/Supervisor


• Flagging, property or worksite restoration


• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies

Success Factors

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.


• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift


• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling


• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions


• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers


• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy


• English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports


• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent desired


• Experience working with underground utilities desired


• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.


• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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