Traffic Signal Ground Laborer

Asplundh Careers; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vison

Company Sponsored Retirement Plan

Life, long-term/short-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Asplundh Careers in Raleigh, NC seeks a Traffic Signal Ground Laborer to perform a variety of tasks in traffic signal construction. The role requires good work habits, initiative, and willingness to be trained; full-time, non-exempt, hourly pay.

Responsibilities include operating hand and power tools, following plans, loading equipment, digging trenches, setting up traffic control, and maintaining a safe site. Pre-employment screening may apply; valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn how to accurately read plans and specifications.
• Comfortable working outside in various climates.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools of all types.
• Follow construction plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Load and unload construction equipment
• Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction.
• Set up traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and barricades.
• Help to maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned.
• Assist in on-site work duties.

Skills

Read plans

Outdoor work

Education

Valid driver's license

Job description

Traffic Signal Ground Laborer

Description

The Ground Laborer will perform a variety of tasks in the traffic signal construction field. Ideal candidates will exhibit good working habits, show initiative, and possess the desire and willingness to be trained.

Job Type: Full-Time+, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) starting Day 1
• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO
• Paid Holidays

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Operate hand and power tools of all types.
• Follow construction plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Load and unload construction equipment
• Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction.
• Set up traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and barricades.
• Help to maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned.
• Assist in on-site work duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to learn how to accurately read plans and specifications.
• Comfortable working outside in various climates.

Education & Experience:

• Prior experience in the underground utilities/construction field preferred.
• Experience operating essential construction equipment and tools preferred

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Valid Driver License required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): climbing poles
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): sitting, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): stooping, squatting, body-twisting, manual dexterity, climbing on/off a truck, gripping, reading.
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): standing, walking, sense of touch, speaking clearly, seeing distant, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., seeing, reaching, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.

About Us:

We promote within! We will provide you with the training you need to complete the basic functions of your job and help you complete the certifications needed to get you qualified and put you in the best position to achieve your career goals with our company

Individuals with a disability who desirea reasonableaccommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service toe-Verifyall newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.