Groundman

Job Summary:
Field and Construction Apprentice are support staff and general labor for our aerial and underground services. The position of Construction Apprentice is a role that provides manual labor to construction and underground field service crews as well as support for facilities and warehouse.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employees will need to pass a pre-employment Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening. A valid driver's license is required, and a Motor Vehicle Report will be performed.
Benefits available to employees:
- Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurances
- Aflac supplemental
- 401K retirement plan
- Paid Time Off
- Bi-Weekly pay
- Opportunities for growth
Provided to employees:
- Company Vehicle
- Fuel Card
- Tools and supplies
- Company cell phone
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all issued equipment is in good working order and fully charged daily.
- Complete all assigned work precisely and in a safe and timely manner.
- Properly track working hours and mileage daily.
- Maintain the assigned Company Vehicle:
- Provide an initial and monthly Vehicle Inspection.
- Keep the interior and exterior of the vehicle clean and organized.
- Drive in a safe and responsible manner always.
- Report any maintenance or performance concerns to management promptly.
- Refuel Vehicle before falling under ¼ tank.
- Assigned Gas Card is kept in a secured location. If lost or stolen, Management must be notified immediately.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of terrains and weather conditions during all times day and night.
- Must be able to perform near power lines and electricity.
- Must be able to be outdoors with all aspects of nature to include a variety of insects and plants.
- Must be able to be exposed to dirt, dust, noise, cleaning solutions, and pets.
- Must maintain below the maximum weight limitations of the equipment for safety.
- Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work upon an extension ladder multiple times daily.
- Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices.
- Ability to differentiate between an array of sizes and colors of wiring.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner for which Customers can understand and find courteous and professional.
- Must be able to lift 50-80 pound throughout the day.
- Must be able to enter and work in confined spaces while bending, twisting, and reaching.
Primary Duties:
- Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance.
- Safety compliance and responsibility.
- Vehicle compliance and responsibility.
- Material handling.
- General labor on construction sites.
- Rodding and roping conduit.
- Cable placement.
- UG 101
- Aerial 101
- Setting Manholes, Vaults, and Pedestals.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by management.
- Placement of conduit as directed by Foreman or Supervisor.
- Map reading and directions.
- Support with trench digging and closing.
- Support with movement of materials and vehicles as directed by Foreman or Supervisor.
- Maintenance services as directed by Foreman to include cleanup, wash vehicles, landscaping.
- Pneumatic Bore knowledge is a plus.
 

Required qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• 18 years or older
• Valid driver's license
• Background check
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Review
• Drug screening
• Able to stand for duration of shift
• Able to comfortably lift 50 lbs
• Available to work: weekdays

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in the construction industry
• At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher
• Able to work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures
• Willing to travel between states