Travel Laborer II - Wireline Fiber Optics

ADB Companies; Akron (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

ADB Companies is seeking a Laborer II to join their wireline team, focusing on fiber optic cable installation. This role offers growth opportunities in utility construction, emphasizing safety and teamwork. Ideal candidates will have utility construction experience and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides mid-level laborer functions including hand digging and setting up traffic control.
• Supports the setup and shut down of utility construction projects.
• Acts as right hand to the Foreman, leads by example.

Skills

Safety Focused

Team Player

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydro

Drill

Mini

Plow

Job description

Description

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.

POSITION TITLE: Laborer II
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:
ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, ISP, AV, 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 join our wireline team and provide basic level manual laborer. This position will assist in the installation of fiber optic cable for various telecommunication projects. This is an ideal position for someone looking to grow their career in the utility construction industry. ADB will provide all the necessary tools and training to learn the trade with an extensive amount of growth and development opportunity. ADB is known in the industry for our world class culture, work stability, career development opportunities, and best in class vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will be safety focused, customer and quality centric, with a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provides mid-level laborer functions including hand digging with a shovel, setting up traffic control, entry level equipment operations, placing fiber, loading materials, etc. on various safety sensitive utility construction sites
* Proficient with utility print and map reading
* Has performed at least 6 months of independent operating of various equipment (directional drill, mini, plow, hydro, etc.); knows all safety regulations with basic operating skills
* Supports the setup and shut down of utility construction projects including traffic control in various conditions including highways, side streets, parking lots, downtown locations, etc.
* Safety is the expectation, always follows the required safety practices while performing safety sensitive duties
* Trains alongside experience construction crews learning fiber installation, print reading, equipment operations, OSHA requirements, etc.
* Loads and unloads materials and equipment in from vehicles at construction yards and jobsites
* Acts as right hand to the Foreman, leads by example, ensures safety rules/regulations are followed, and can lead other's on jobsites
* Performs OTJ training to become an experienced operating and ultimately grow into a Foreman role
* Assists in identifying hazards by utilizing the pre-task process
* 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
* Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
* Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
* Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
* Excellent verbal 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
* Excellent at learning and following direction

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
* Regular exposure to all weather conditions including hot, humid, cold, rain, snow, ice, etc.
* 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 heavy equipment operations required (Hydro, Drill, Mini, Plow)
* Valid driver license with a clean driving record required
* CDL License (or the ability to obtain) 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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

DL Non-CDL (preferred)

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