Underground Construction Crew Member

cable-services; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cable-services is seeking an applicant for an underground construction position in State College, Centre County. The role involves various construction-related tasks, requiring physical exertion, reliability, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have two years of driving experience and a high school diploma. The position includes a full benefits package, and applicants must be residents of the United States.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of driving experience.
• Two years of construction experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction-related activities.
• Accurately complete required documentation.
• Perform daily equipment safety inspections.

Skills

Ability to work 10+ hours

Reliable and responsible

Collaborative team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

This position will work with crews performing work in underground construction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction-related activities such as pulling a rope, climbing ladders, using common hand tools, manual digging with a shovel, cable handling, and general cleanup.
• Stock truck with materials to ensure an adequate supply for daily work assignments.
• Organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Set up traffic control signs and cones.
• Flag and/or direct traffic as needed.
• Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks.
• Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (i.e., timesheet, truck report, expense report).
• Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help the team complete a project.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to work 10+ hours in a day when necessary.
• Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Capable of moving materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Able to ascend/descend a ladder or pole to connect cables or for other tasks.
• Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable with work attendance.

Required Education and Experience

• Must have at least two years of driving experience along with no major driving infractions in the previous three years.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years of construction experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Must be willing and able to travel out of town with occasional overnight stays to assigned projects.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

Eligibility Qualifications

• Pass pre‑employment drug test and criminal background screen.

Physical Demands

This position typically requires balancing, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, hearing, and talking.

Work Environment

The employee will be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as is typical when working outdoors). Work Environment: Varying weather conditions.

Travel

The position may require travel, which could include traveling to projects in different cities and overnight stays.

Benefits

Full benefits package: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision.

Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.