Laborer - Underground Construction - Grand Forks, ND

Midcontinent; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

401k match

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Paid parental leave

Cable & internet

Job summary

Midco in Grand Forks, ND is hiring a Laborer to support underground telecommunications crews. Duties include digging trenches, installing pedestals, pulling fiber, and restoring sites while maintaining safety and cleanliness. Roles range from Laborer to Laborer III based on experience and certification.

You will work Monday to Friday, 40 hours, with overtime in peak summer. Benefits include PTO, holidays, 401k with match, medical, dental and vision, paid parental leave, and more.

Qualifications

• GED or higher required.
• FTR certification within 60 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and DOT requirements.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Excavate and trench as needed and expose utilities.
• Install utility pedestals, cabinets, and hand holes.
• Handle materials including conduit, fiber/cable.
• Maintain clean, safe job sites and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with equipment operation and jobsite oversight.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Valid driver’s license

OSHA knowledge

Education

GED or higher

FTR certification

Tools

DOT Medical Card

Skid steer operation

Job description

$1,000 bonus! Home nightly! Seasonal, full-time with the potential for year-round employment. Monday - Friday, 40 hrs/week minimum. Overtime higher through peak summer months. Career advancement with pay increases. Annual merit increases. Full benefits including PTO, paid holidays, 401k w/match, medical, dental & vision, paid paternal leave, free cable & internet, and much more!

Job Summary

As a Laborer, you will support and assist underground construction crews with the installation, maintenance, relocation, and repair of underground telecommunications network infrastructure. In this role, you will conduct manual labor activities, handle materials, and ensure job site safety and cleanliness. Responsibilities will vary based on your position level, ranging from basic manual tasks to operating equipment and assisting with jobsite oversight. Position leveling ranges from Laborer to Laborer III, based on experience and certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual labor activities including but not limited to, digging trenches/holes with shovel, exposing existing underground utilities, greasing equipment, maintaining a clean and safe work zone.
• Installation of utility pedestals, cabinets, and hand holes.
• Material handling includes conduit, fiber/cable pulling and installation.
• Performing site restoration and cleanup activities, including but limited to grade preparation, black dirt, seeding, and concrete restoration.
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Midco’s safety program by enforcing safety rules and procedures, wearing appropriate safety apparel (e.g., hard hats, safety vests, OSHA-approved boots), and operating all equipment safely.
• Model Midco’s mission, vision, values, ethos, and Leadership Success Drivers, and inspire others to do the same.
• Ensure customer privacy by adhering to Midco’s privacy guidelines while actively following Midco policies and procedures.
• Maintain reliable and predictable attendance as required by the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign functions and responsibilities to this job description at any time.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or a minimum of 2 years of equivalent work experience.
• Complete Construction First Time (FTR) certification within 60 days of hire and consistently apply principles in all aspects of work.
• For Laborer I and above: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and meet all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for the state(s) in which the team member operates. This may include the ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card if required by law or company policy. A DUI conviction within the past 5 years will result in disqualification from employment in these positions.
• Must develop working knowledge of construction, the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, state and local regulations and general safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on the installation of underground telecommunications or utility infrastructure.

Note: Team Members will be assigned a level based on the required experience and training. Advancement is sequential and contingent upon successful completion of all requirements at the preceding level, including certifications, demonstrated proficiencies, and time-in-role or equivalent experience where applicable.

Laborer

• No experience required.

Laborer I

• Operate and drive a company vehicle in compliance with all Midco policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure regular maintenance and repairs are conducted as scheduled to uphold a professional image.
• Understand all locate flags / color code, and what they represent.
• Demonstrated ability to work in elements with no issue.
• Operate a skid steer, VAC, small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Possess understanding and familiarity of vac operation and complete related tasks with supervision.

Laborer II

• 9 months in role or equivalent work experience and knowledge of underground utility construction.
• Be able to fully restore a jobsite to Midco standards.
• Possess knowledge to successfully operate the VAC independently in accordance to all safety practices and procedures.

Laborer III

• 18 months in role or equivalent work experience and knowledge of underground utility construction.
• Possess knowledge of equipment operations, mini excavator, drill, locator.
• Understand jobsite operations (how/ why we are drilling where we are) and be capable of limited jobsite oversight as directed by leadership.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation and vibration.
• May be required to work more than 40 hours per week and outside normal business hours, such as holidays, evenings, and weekends as business demands.
• May be required to travel up to 50% of flexible scheduled hours per business needs.

Physical Demands

• Required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Must be able to lift and carry loads up to 80 lbs. and separately handle a 75 lbs. ladder.
• Be able to safely use a ladder rated for a maximum load of 375 lbs., including the combined weight of the individual, fall protection equipment, and any tools being carried.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and maneuver in small tight areas.

Mental Demands

• Capable of ensuring tasks are completed accurately and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Possess problem-solving skills to address unexpected issues and find efficient solutions during various tasks.
• Capable of understanding and following safety regulations and procedures to mitigate risks.
• Effectively communicating with team members and understanding instructions.