Ground Hand

Congruex•Chattanooga, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Ground Hand, you will ultimately be responsible for supporting line construction activities, assisting Linemen with job site preparation, and performing manual labor required for safe and efficient project execution. You will assist construction crews with daily field operations and deliver dependable support to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. As the Ground Hand, your customers are internal construction teams, project managers, and utility clients, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through teamwork, safe work practices, and reliable field support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license required
OSHA 10 Certification
Ability to follow directions and instructions from supervisors and crew leaders
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate using radios and hand signals
Ability to identify unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action
Self-motivated with the ability to meet productivity and attendance expectations
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing between 40 and 90 pounds
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules as business needs require

Nice To Haves

Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred
Previous construction or outdoor labor experience preferred
Experience working in utility, telecommunications, or construction environments is a plus
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Previous utility, telecommunications, or construction labor experience
Experience supporting overhead or underground line construction crews

Responsibilities

Assist Linemen with loading, unloading, organizing, and preparing tools, materials, equipment, and supplies at each job site
Perform manual labor tasks including cleaning trucks, digging ditches, tamping, cutting brush, moving materials, and preparing work areas
Assist with traffic control and maintain safe work zone operations
Perform physically demanding construction duties in support of line crews
Drive company vehicles between the yard and job sites when authorized
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Follow all company safety policies and procedures while supporting construction activities
Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more