Laborer – Telecom Underground (Fiber)

5 Star Electric, LLC

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About The Position

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical
construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky
and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and
Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial,
Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.

Position Title: Laborer

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform essential functions.

The Laborer will work as part of a crew responsible for going into residential
and commercial areas working on underground utilities and working with their
crew to complete tasks for the day.

Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift.
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers.
• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy.
• English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Experience working with underground utilities desired
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Valid Driver’s License and Medical Certification
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Current CPR Certification
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• CDL A is a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist crew leader in construction/ reconstruction and maintenance work.
• Assist equipment operators, swamping, hand digging, locating underground obstructions.
• Work with specialized equipment including jackhammers, rotary drills, power actuated fasteners and other necessary tools.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Work safely around backhoes, excavators, trenchers, and dump truck.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Complete duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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