Telecom Groundman: Fiber & Utility Construction

SEFNCO Communications Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Boot voucher

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Dependent care FSA

EAP

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group seeks a Skilled Laborer/Groundman to support telecom construction across multiple sites. You will trench, install conduit and fiber, read schematics, and assist with equipment operation while prioritizing safety.

This role offers long-term opportunities, per diem travel (7–10 days in MN/WI), overtime, and a competitive pay rate of $21–$24 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits such as a 401(k), ESPP, life and disability insurance, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of outdoor utilities/construction experience.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in the field.
• Valid CDL A/B license required.
• Willing to travel 7–10 day projects, per diem, MN/WI region.
• Safety-focused with ability to follow PPE protocols.
• Team-oriented with willingness to work in the field.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Perform trenching, backfilling, site prep, and material handling.
• Assist with underground conduit and fiber installation.
• Support aerial and underground construction as directed.
• Load, unload, and transport materials between sites.
• Operate equipment as directed and certified.
• Site cleanup and overall job-site organization.
• Troubleshoot RF and fiber systems as needed.
• Read construction prints, maps and schematics.
• Gain experience with telecom tools (bucket trucks, reels, power tools).

Skills

Safety mindset

Outdoor work

Team player

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Travel availability

CDL license

Job description

MasTec Communications Group seeks a Skilled Laborer/Groundman to support telecom construction across multiple sites. You will trench, install conduit and fiber, read schematics, and assist with equipment operation while prioritizing safety.

This role offers long-term opportunities, per diem travel (7–10 days in MN/WI), overtime, and a competitive pay rate of $21–$24 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits such as a 401(k), ESPP, life and disability insurance, and health coverage.