Utility Groundsman

Qosfiber; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the fiber-optic utility construction industry! As a Utility Groundsman, you will play a vital role in building the high-speed networks of the future. This position offers the chance to work outdoors, gain hands-on experience, and learn a skilled trade while contributing to a dynamic crew. With a focus on safety and quality, you'll have opportunities for career advancement and on-the-job training. Enjoy a stable work schedule with weekends off, and be part of a team that values your growth and contributions. If you're ready to make an impact in the digital economy, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction processes is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented individual needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with underground construction tasks including digging and backfilling.
• Maintain equipment and materials while ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

Construction Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Self-starter

Equipment Operation

Education

Valid Driver’s License

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Tools

Mini-excavators

Hydro-vac trailers

Bore drills

Job description

QOS Fiber is looking for a full-time Utility (Construction) Groundsman to join our team located in Wisconsin.

We offer a competitive benefit package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays (up to 10 per year), vacation time & more, as well as an excellent 401(k) plan with company match.

Job Description:

Join the fiber-optic utility construction industry with QOS Fiber! Build the high-speed networks of the future – supporting the evolution of the digital economy!

Utility Groundsman functions as crew member for underground construction projects. Actively contributes to efficiency efforts in crew execution. Seeks out training opportunities to continually add to, and improve, their skillset and experience – including opportunities to practice locating skills or operate equipment in supervised settings. Maintains equipment and materials used on projects. Follows safety, quality, and consistency best-practices and procedures as part of everyday responsibilities. Advocates for fellow crew members.

Responsibilities

1. Off-equipment work with other crew members as required by project – including but not limited to digging, backfilling, spot-locate existing utilities/facilities, and setting vaults.
2. Opportunities in daily job duties to learn/enhance skills on a variety of equipment and processes – including mini-excavators, hydro-vac trailers, bore drills, and locating.
3. Maintains awareness of material usage; informs teams of changes affecting project plans or records.
4. Demonstrates quality and consistency in all aspects of work, seeking guidance as required.
5. Contributes to efficiency of entire crew operation at each job site – including monitoring status of equipment, materials, and vehicles to keep projects moving forward.
6. Complies with DOT regulations.
7. Follows and actively participates in safety initiatives.
8. Seeks training in new skills, and in turn trains fellow crew members in various operational skills.

Qualifications

Construction-industry knowledge a plus, but not required. Process and detail oriented. Safety-conscious. Self-starter. Valid Driver’s License. Commercial Driver’s License a plus, but not required. Will train for CDL if/as necessary. Additional compensation for obtaining CDL.

Key Features

• Outdoor work.
• Hands-on.
• Variety in tasks, objectives, and location.
• On-the-job training.
• Training/learn a skilled trade.
• Local / In-State travel. Regional travel as required by project.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Stable employment.
• Monday – Thurs/Friday work schedule. Home on weekends.