Travel Laborer II - Horizontal Direction Drill Operator/Locator

Adbcompanies; Akron (OH); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ADB Companies is seeking a Travel Laborer II to support utility construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in utility construction and be proficient in operating heavy equipment. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer service, ensuring a commitment to the company's mission and values. The starting pay is $24/hr, with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of utility construction experience required.
• 6+ months of equipment operating experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general manual labor including hand digging and installing utilities.
• Independently operates heavy equipment with limited guidance.
• Provides training and support to entry level laborers.

Skills

Customer Centricity

Safety Awareness

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Directional Drill

Mini Excavator

Hydro Truck

Bucket Truck

Job description

Travel Laborer II - Horizontal Direction Drill Operator/Locator

Job Category: Wireline Field

Requisition Number: WIREL007566

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• Posted : May 13, 2025
• Full-Time

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Remote, Remote, USA

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Remote, Remote, USA

Tennessee Memphis
2620 Midland Avenue
Memphis, TN 28111, USA

Tennessee Memphis
2620 Midland Avenue
Memphis, TN 28111, USA

Michigan No Local
6715 S Cedar St
Lansing, MI 48911, USA

Michigan No Local
6715 S Cedar St
Lansing, MI 48911, USA

To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the company’s mission, vision, and values.

OUR MISSION: We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, P&I and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team
members as our greatest asset ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our Communities.

ADB is seeking a Laborer II to provide outside plant (OSP) installation support on various sized and scope utility construction project sites. The Laborer II has proven experience working within a utility construction environment and possesses the technical knowledge, skills and experience to safely operate equipment that could include (Mini, Drill, Hydro and/or Bucket Truck) to complete various sized utility construction placement projects. The ideal candidate will be customer and quality centric, have a complete buy-in to safety, with a strong work ethic, and ALL IN attitude to achieve results.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general manual strenuous laborer within all weather conditions that includes but is not limited to hand digging, installing utilities, moving material, inspecting ground conditions, ensuring traffic control, etc.
• Supports crew with jobsite setup and closeout tasks that could include; loading and unloading trucks, taking photos, setting up cones and traffic signs, prepping equipment, etc.
• Can independently operate one or more types of heavy equipment (directional drill, mini excavator, hydro truck, bucket truck) with limited guidance from an experienced operator
• Consistently meets production expectations set by experienced Foreman, and/or members of management
• Takes initiative and is actively engaged in training alongside experience Operators and Foreman learning installations and equipment operations, etc. General understanding and comfortability of safety risks while working in a safety sensitive position
• Proficient ability to read prints and construction drawings
• Under training and supervision, has basic level ability to locate utilities
• Entry level ability of the 811 locate process and how to problem solve for existing utilities and make decisions based on findings in adherence to ADB’s policies and procedures
• Entry level knowledge of daily redline and production reports
• Safety is the expectation; complete buy-in and adherence to the safety culture and expectations by leading by example and actively participating in pre-task, good catch and safety assessment standards within the organization
• Provides training and support to entry level laborers ensuring compliance to ADB’s operating and safety procedures
• Performs other position duties when requested

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Travel Ability Nationwide
• A strong belief in ZERO- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• A high level of customer centricity
• Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
• Strong attendance record
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite
• This is a safety sensitive position; when working on site, will be required to wear common protective of safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel toed boots

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• 1+ year of utility construction experience required
• 6+ months of equipment operating experience of one of the following (Drill, Hydro, Mini, Bucket Truck) required
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a company vehicle strongly preferred
• Class A CDL License strongly preferred
• Competent Person and OSHA 10 certifications strongly preferred (ability to obtain within 6 months of hire required)
• High School diploma or equivalent required

The starting pay for this position is $24/hr and may vary based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.

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utility construction

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DL Class A CDL

Equal Opportunity Employer
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