Travel CDL Construction Worker/Laborer
About The Position
FiberTel is looking for Travel CDL Construction Worker/Laborers for our Portland location. This is a travel position with job sites in OR, WA, and ID. In this role, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. Duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor. Services may include placing poles, anchors, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services. Pay: $20-27/hr, + Daily Per Diem + Travel accommodations.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Possess a valid driver’s license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
- A good driving record is required.
- Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
- Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
- Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time).
- Tolerate work in extreme weather conditions.
- Speak and hear worksite safety instructions.
- Withstand prolonged and repeated lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Regularly lift 75 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (Higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
- Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
- Able to perform all duties in telecommunication construction.
- Ability to travel.
Responsibilities
- Hand dig using a shovel, mechanical tools.
- Installation and maintenance of underground telecommunications cabling.
- Operate or work around heavy equipment and machinery.
- Working in congested or remote areas.
- Maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement.
- Perform general construction work under the direction of the Foreman/Supervisor.
- Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies.
- Learn all aspects of crew and assist the operator and foreman as assigned.
- Set up, preparation, and cleanup of construction sites.
- Develop an understanding of buried utilities.
- Lift heavy equipment and supplies.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- 401k (with company match)
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
- Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
- PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike)
- Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance)
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
