Ground Hand/Laborer - Allentown

Cable Services Company Inc • Allentown, PA

2d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a Ground Hand/Laborer to join our crew in Allentown. This is a traveling position where crews work job sites throughout the Northeast, and candidates should expect to be away from home for extended stretches, including multiple nights during the week. Local or nearby assignments are the exception rather than the rule. The rate listed is the hourly base rate, and some production-based work can pay above that base rate depending on the project. This position will work with crews performing work in the telecommunications field.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certification
• Must have at least two years' of driving experience along with no major driving infractions in the previous three years'
• Able to work 10+ hour in a day, when necessary
• Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Capable of moving materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Able to ascend/descend a ladder or pole to connect cables or other tasks
• Must be reliable, responsible and dependable with work attendance
• Pass pre-employment drug test and criminal background screen
• Complete and pass a DOT Physical
• Residing in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years' of construction experience

Responsibilities

• Perform routine construction related activities such as pulling a rope, climbing ladders, using common hand tools, manual digging with a shovel, cable handling, and general clean up
• Stock truck with materials to ensure adequate supply for daily work assignments
• Organize materials, tools and equipment
• Set up traffic control signs and cones
• Flag and/or direct traffic as needed
• Complete daily equipment safety inspections and maintenance checks
• Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (i.e. timesheet, truck report, expense report)
• Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help team complete a project

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package: Health, Life, Dental, and Vision
• Company pays hotel expense for overnight stays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED