Traveling Laborer - Underground

Verità Telecommunications Corporation; Walbridge (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health plan options (PPO/HMO/HSA)

Merit-based raise

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Voluntary life & critical illness

Job summary

Verità Telecommunications Corporation is seeking a Traveling Laborer to support telecom construction crews in installing, maintaining, and repairing underground fiber optic and utility infrastructure in Ohio. The role involves site prep, trenching, conduit placement, and general labor to ensure projects run safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have prior construction or underground utility experience, be able to lift 50+ lbs, work outdoors in all weather, and hold a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Previous construction or underground utility experience preferred.
• Experience in telecom, fiber optic, or utility work a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working around heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required (CDL a plus).
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• May require overtime and occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with underground fiber installation including trenching, hand digging, and conduit placement.
• Support directional drill and excavation crews.
• Perform job site setup and cleanup.
• Locate and expose existing utilities (hand digging / potholing as required).
• Pull, place, and secure fiber optic cables and innerduct.
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a safe work environment following OSHA and company safety standards.
• Perform traffic control and flagging when required.
• Operate basic hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors.

Skills

Physical labor

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

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Manual Labor Toledo, OH, Walbridge, OH, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3068

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Hourly

The Traveling Laborer supports telecom construction crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground fiber optic and utility infrastructure. This role assists with site preparation, trenching, conduit placement, and general labor duties to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.

Hourly Pay: $20 - $23

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans

Family & Lifestyle

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
• Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with underground fiber installation including trenching, hand digging, and conduit placement

Support directional drill and excavation crews

Perform job site setup and cleanup

Locate and expose existing utilities (hand digging / potholing as required)

Pull, place, and secure fiber optic cables and innerduct

Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment

Maintain a safe work environment following OSHA and company safety standards

Perform traffic control and flagging when required

Operate basic hand tools, power tools, and small equipment

Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors

Qualifications:

Previous construction or underground utility experience preferred

Experience in telecom, fiber optic, or utility work a plus

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor throughout the shift

Comfortable working around heavy equipment

Valid driver’s license required (CDL a plus)

Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Exposure to varying weather conditions

Fast-paced, team-oriented environment

May require overtime and occasional weekend work