Underground Utilities Groundman: Power & Fiber Install

Michels Corp.; Colorado; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Training investment of $5,000 per employee annually

Job summary

A leading contractor in energy infrastructure is looking for an Underground Power and Communications Groundman. Responsibilities include supporting the installation of underground cables for power and communication networks, utilizing hand tools and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates should have 1-3 months of relevant experience, demonstrate reliability and the ability to work as part of a team. The role offers comprehensive benefits and aims to improve lives through meaningful work.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related construction, utility, or labor experience.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment for underground cable installation.
• Demonstrates reliability, teamwork, and accountability on the jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Support underground cable installation using hand tools.
• Maintain a safe and efficient job site.
• Assist crews with construction, maintenance, and repair of systems.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Accountability

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Underground Power and Communications Groundman - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems. Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all – from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours.

As a Groundman, your key responsibilities will be to support underground cable installation by using hand tools and equipment, maintain a safe and efficient job site, and assist crews with construction, maintenance, and repair of telecommunication and electrical distribution systems.

• Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
• We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.”
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available
• You want to work to make a difference in people’s lives

What it takes?

• 1-3 months of related construction, utility, or labor experience
• Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment for underground cable installation
• Demonstrates reliability, teamwork, and accountability on the jobsite
• Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement
• A valid driver’s license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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