Telecommunications OSP Crew Groundman

Hyper Networks, LLC; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Fiber & Associates, a division of Hyper Networks LLC, is hiring an entry level Telecommunications OSP Crew Groundman in Canton, GA. The role involves manual labor on a fiber network construction crew, including trenching, conduit installation, and pulling fiber.

Applicants should be able to pass pre-employment screenings, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a valid driver license. Lifting up to 70 pounds and safe, independent work are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver license or state ID is required.
• Experience in fiber installs is preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings (motor vehicle, background).

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor using hand tools, primarily shovels.
• Support directional boring/open trench crew and conduit installation.
• Pull fiber and conductors and repair wiring as needed.
• Operate or assist with heavy equipment and restore work areas.

Skills

Pre-employment screenings

Fiber installs experience

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License or State ID

Tools

Vacuum excavation equipment

Vibratory plows

Mini-excavators

Job description

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Telecommunications OSP Crew Groundman

Manual Labor Canton, GA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1730

Salary Range: $20.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Crew Groundman Job Description

Cherokee Fiber & Associates is a proud division of Hyper Networks LLC. To learn more about Cherokee Fiber & Associates please visit our website: https://www.cherokeefiber.com/

The OSP Crew Groundman is an entry level position on our fiber network construction crew. This position will work on an directional boring/open trench crew, installing conduit, pulling conductor, pulling fiber, digging with shovels, repairing wire and operating other heavy equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform manual labor using hand tools, primarily shovels
• Perform safe and productive execution of work
• Use vacuum excavation equipment and perform maintenance
• Calling in utility locates
• Maintain and service equipment as necessary
• Responsible for all restoration
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings required (motor vehicle, drug, and background)
• Experience with fiber installs preferred
• Must work safely and follow all OSHA, and other Federal, State, and local safety regulations and company safety rules and procedures
• Ability to read design maps is beneficial
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces (e. g. , crawl spaces, utility holes)
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting objects weighing over 70 pounds
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to communicate effectively

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class Driver License or State Issued ID required
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred, or an equivalent of education and experience
• Restoration experience in asphalt and concrete preferred
• Experience operating vibratory plows beneficial
• Experience operating mini-excavators beneficial

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours including weekends
• Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Bend/squat/kneel/stand frequently
• Exposure to dust, fluctuating temperatures, and periodic high noise levels

Cherokee Fiber & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Cherokee Fiber & Associates are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.