Laborer - Aerial Crew

Engineering Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Aerial Laborer, where you'll engage in essential telecommunications construction work. This role involves assisting skilled Aerial Linemen, performing various physical tasks, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values hands-on training and career growth. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career path in a safety-first culture. If you're ready to build stronger solutions and connect with purpose, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

401(k) w/ Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Stock Purchase Plan

Discounts on gym memberships

Legal Insurance

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older with authorization to work in the US.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical exam and maintain a medical card.

Responsibilities

• Assist Aerial Lineman and perform general labor duties.
• Participate in all phases of underground construction.
• Maintain safe working habits according to regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to operate utility trucks and equipment

Basic knowledge of hand tools

Physical stamina for manual labor

Education

Valid Driver's License

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (preferred)

Tools

Utility trucks

Hand tools

Job description

Discover a more connected Aerial Laborer career

At CableCom, as an Aerial Laborer, you’ll perform general labor duties related to telecommunications construction and assist Aerial Lineman with completing work.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as an Aerial Laborer

• Groundhand for Aerial Lineman, provide parts as needed, move bucket truck as directed by Lineman
• Ensure door-tagging and resident notification of construction activities are completed prior to starting each workday
• Participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal, and placement of various construction materials and equipment
• Hand dig using shovel and mechanical tools
• Install and maintain underground telecommunications cabling
• Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)
• Operate or work around heavy equipment and machinery
• Work in congested or remote areas
• Maintain visual and audible contact with crew members and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination
• Perform general construction work under the direction of Foreman/Supervisor
• Flagging, property, or worksite restoration
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate utility trucks and equipment safely
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment safely
• Valid standard Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Ability to pass a DOT physical exam and obtain a valid medical card
• Effective communication skills
• Regular and timely attendance
• Ability to perform physical tasks for at least 8 hours per day, 5 days a week, with potential overtime, after-hours, weekends, or on-call work

Preferred qualifications

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• 6 months of utility construction industry experience
• Ability to read prints and interpret utility maps

Physical abilities & exposures

• Ability to stand, crouch, sit, bend, reach, climb, balance, crawl, lift, and handle tools and materials in various positions
• Work while wearing safety gear (boots, glasses, hardhat)
• Work in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, dust)
• Exposure to dust, fumes, or airborne pathogens
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed

Pay Range: $23 - $25 per hour

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. We are committed to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do your best with peace of mind.

If interested, visit our website at cablecomllc.us

Building stronger solutions together

Effective January 1, 2024, this position is designated as safety-sensitive under Wash. SB 5123 (2023). You will be subject to pre-employment drug testing, including for marijuana, due to this designation.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.