Skilled Laborer/ Groundman

MasTec Communications Group • Rochester Hills, MI

3d • $18 - $21

About The Position

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

As a Skilled Laborer/Groundman, you will support all phases of utility construction for various telecom projects. You take pride in doing the job right, maintaining high standards, and stepping up to hands-on challenges in the field.
In this role, you will:
Perform manual labor tasks including digging trenches, unloading materials, pulling and placing heavy cable, and preparing job sites using hand tools (shovels, rakes, picks, etc.)
Work on outdoor utility construction sites in varying weather conditions
Load, transport, and assist with heavy equipment to and from job sites
Support the build and maintenance of aerial and underground cable systems
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving field issues as they arise
Learn and safely operate a variety of tools and construction equipment
Will travel up to 50% within MN and WI

Requirements

• Safety is part of your everyday mindset
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality work
• Hands-on problem solver who enjoys tackling challenging tasks
• At least 1 year of experience working outdoors, preferably in a utilities/construction environment
• Team-oriented and willing to get in the field alongside your crew
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently on a consistent basis
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record past 3 years (CDL preferred)
• Interest in growing within telecom construction (fiber splicing, coax, drilling, etc.)
• Open to travel (up to 50% within MN/WI) and working overtime consistently
• Looking for long-term opportunities with consistent work and growth potential

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks including digging trenches, unloading materials, pulling and placing heavy cable, and preparing job sites using hand tools (shovels, rakes, picks, etc.)
• Work on outdoor utility construction sites in varying weather conditions
• Load, transport, and assist with heavy equipment to and from job sites
• Support the build and maintenance of aerial and underground cable systems
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving field issues as they arise
• Learn and safely operate a variety of tools and construction equipment
• Will travel up to 50% within MN and WI

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed