Laborer/Groundman

SEFNCO Communications Inc; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group in the United States is hiring a Laborer/Groundman to support aerial and underground outside plant telecom construction projects. The role covers FTTH installations, conduit and manhole work, trenching, HDD, and pole tasks as needed.

You will follow Foreman directions, assist with site cleanup, material handling, and ensure safety procedures. Valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 70 lbs required; climbing certification preferred for pole work; experience

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to read maps, drawings, diagrams, and schematics.
• Climbing certification or related experience preferred (required for pole work assignments).
• Outside plant fiber construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow direction from the Foreman or Supervisor to complete field labor tasks safely and efficiently.
• Assist with shoveling, brush clearing, site cleanup, landscaping, vehicle washing, loading/unloading, and material handling.
• Monitor excavation work to prevent utility strikes.
• Follow safety procedures and use required protective equipment.
• Operate or assist with trucks, trailers, and equipment, as trained.
• Learn required inventory, tools, equipment, and jobsite procedures.
• Climb poles safely when trained and certified.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work

Read maps/diagrams

Climbing certification

DOT medical card

Heavy lifting

Driver's license

Learn quickly

Job description

Overview

As a Laborer/Groundman, you will support aerial and underground outside plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Work may include fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) installations, conduit and manhole construction, trenching, plowing, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), micro-trenching, vacuum excavation, cable pulling and blowing, aerial construction, pole work, and drop installation, depending on project requirements and terrain.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Follow direction from the Foreman or Supervisor to complete field labor tasks safely and efficiently
• Assist with shoveling, brush clearing, site cleanup, landscaping, vehicle washing, loading/unloading, and material handling
• Monitor excavation work to prevent utility strikes
• Follow safety procedures and use required protective equipment
• Operate or assist with trucks, trailers, and equipment, as trained
• Learn required inventory, tools, equipment, and jobsite procedures
• Climb poles safely when trained and certified

About you:

You are safety-minded, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors in challenging conditions. You take pride in quality work, enjoy solving problems, and are willing to learn new skills as part of a hands-on team.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a DOT medical card (Applicants are subject to an MVR review and must meet company safe-driving standards)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Ability to read maps, drawings, diagrams, and schematics
• Climbing certification or related experience preferred (required for pole work assignments)
• Overhead or underground outside plant fiber construction experience, is preferred
• Knowledge of overhead materials, clearance codes, and network design, is preferred
• Flagger certification preferred or ability to obtain it, as needed

We are a proud partner of the DoW SkillBridge program for transitioning service members. MOS Codes 25L, 12N, 3E2X1, and BU, align well with this role.

Qualifications

At MasTec Communications Group, a division of Fortune 500 company MasTec, Inc., we build the infrastructure for the future - yours and ours. You will develop new skills, work in a safety-focused environment, and help expand the technology that connects our communities. If this sounds like you, build your career with MasTec.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, life insurance, disability coverage, Red Wing Boot Voucher, paid time off, paid holidays, family/medical leave, and paid sick time. To help keep the company and employees safe, work vehicles may include GPS tracking and front and rear cameras. These systems support driver safety and fleet accountability.

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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