Laborer/Groundman

Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As a Laborer/Groundman, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities

As a Laborer/Groundman, you will support aerial and underground telecom construction projects nationwide. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

In addition, you will:

• Be responsible for various manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, and preparing job sites with the use of hand tools like shovels, rakes, and picks
• Perform fiber blowing operations as directed, assisting in the installation of fiber optic cable in conduits using fiber-blowing equipment
• Conduct general labor on construction sites
• Conduct placement of conduit as directed by the Foreman or Supervisor
• Be involved in map reading and directions
• Support with trench digging and closing
• Support with the movement of materials and vehicles as directed by the Foreman or Supervisor
• Conduct maintenance services as directed by the Foreman to include: Cleanup, Wash Vehicles, and Landscaping
• Perform all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment
• Be involved with vehicle and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment, as directed and certified
• Tow various trailers with flatbed trucks
• Conduct Aerial/Underground work as needed and directed, and as trained
• Troubleshoot RF and Fiber line and/or equipment issues
• Construct and repair underground RF and Fiber service
• Learn how to read and construct from a design schematic or map
• Learn all the inventory and equipment required for these projects
• As applicable, learn and be certified on the use of equipment: Line truck, Bucket truck, Cable Reel equipment, Saws, and drills
• Climb poles with climbing equipment safely
• Move and relocate RF and Fiber service
• Be familiar with NESC (National Electrical Safety Commission) safety guidelines

Qualifications

About You:

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• You can lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Have the ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process
• Ability to read and understand design schematics and maps
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment 
• Willing and able to get a DOT Med Card if needed
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record for the past 3 years (CDL preferred)

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time