Laborer Telecom Aerial with CDL

Engineering Associates; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading telecommunications company as an Aerial Groundsman/Laborer in Sherwood, Oregon. This role offers hands-on training and a pathway to a long-term career in telecommunications. You'll install and repair aerial cables, ensuring safety while working at heights. The company values diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive work environment with great benefits.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Preferably have construction experience, especially in telecommunications.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license (CDL preferred).

Responsibilities

• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable.
• Safely use hand tools and equipment.
• Operate mechanized equipment like bucket trucks.

Skills

Construction Experience

Safety Awareness

Ability to Climb

Tools

Hand Tools

Mechanized Equipment

Job description

Discover a more connected Laborer Telecom Aerial career

At North Sky Communications, as an Aerial Groundsman/Laborer, you'll have prior knowledge or the ability to learn about established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques, including the placement of poles and anchors. Familiarity with a wide range of tools and equipment, the ability to read and understand prints/maps, safety rules, and operating instructions are essential.

This position will be based out of our Sherwood, Oregon location. The company also has offices throughout WA, OR, and ID. Please visit our website for all locations: www.northskycomm.com. Pay range is DOE: $22-28 per hour for entry-level aerial laborers.

North Sky Communications offers the opportunity to build a successful, long-term career in telecommunications.

We provide an extensive training program that can help employees attain their Class A CDL license!

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and more!

What you’ll do as a Laborer Telecom Aerial

• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable
• Safely use hand tools and equipment such as wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more
• Operate mechanized equipment like bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators
• Set up safety perimeters using signage, cones, and barriers
• Flag traffic when required
• Understand separation and clearance regulations
• Work safely aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
• Work in multiple locations with flexibility
• Travel when required

What you’ll need

• Be at least 18 years old
• Pass pre-employment background check, motor vehicle check, drug test, and DOT physical
• Preferably have construction experience, especially in telecommunications
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license (CDL preferred)
• Knowledge of aerial cable installation procedures
• Ability to climb poles and work in bucket trucks up to 40 feet
• Perform duties like pole transfers, maintenance, new builds, cable installation, lashings, and strand construction
• Lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed
• Set up and maintain safe work areas
• Work in all weather conditions

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Walk, bend, kneel, lift, sit, climb, push, pull, reach, carry objects up to 75 lbs, work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Occasionally: Push, pull, reach, carry objects up to 75 lbs, sit for extended driving periods

Salary Range: $22 - $28 /hour

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's a pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. We are committed to safety and your professional growth.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are core to our culture. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a work environment where everyone can thrive and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.