Underground Laborer Telecom

National Association of Women in Construction; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Laborer on the Telecom Underground team, where you'll engage in vital underground construction tasks. This role offers hands-on training and a supportive environment to help you thrive. You'll be responsible for operating equipment, installing telecommunications cabling, and ensuring safety in all weather conditions. Enjoy competitive pay, weekly paychecks, and a range of benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan. This is more than just a job; it's your pathway to opportunity and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Discounts on pet insurance

Qualifications

• 18 years or older and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Previous experience with hand tools and utility trucks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction tasks including loading, digging, and operating equipment.
• Install underground telecommunications cabling and maintain work areas.

Skills

Operating construction equipment

Communication skills

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Experience with hand tools

Education

High School Diploma

GED equivalent

Tools

Utility trucks

Heavy machinery

Job description

Discover a more connected Laborer career

At Kanaan Communications, as a Laborer on our Telecom Underground team, you'll participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, delivery, digging, and equipment operation.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you'll do as a Laborer

• Perform construction tasks including loading, delivery, digging, and operating equipment
• Install underground telecommunications cabling
• Operate construction equipment, and maintain work areas
• Clearly communicate with all team members
• Complete daily production reports
• Help with site restoration efforts
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Previous experience safely operating various hand tools and utility trucks, is preferred

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations and in confined spaces with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
• Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse

Starting Range $18 based on experience

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.