Traveling Laborer - Underground

VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS•Toledo, OH
•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Traveling Laborer supports telecom construction crews in installing, maintaining, and repairing underground fiber optic and utility infrastructure. The role assists with site preparation, trenching, conduit placement, and general labor to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards. The position takes place at outdoor construction sites in varying weather conditions and in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required. Hourly pay is $20–$23.

Requirements

  • Previous construction or underground utility experience is preferred.
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor throughout the shift.
  • Comfort working around heavy equipment.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in telecom, fiber optic, or utility work.
  • CDL.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with underground fiber installation, including trenching, hand digging, and conduit placement.
  • Support directional drill and excavation crews.
  • Set up and clean up job sites.
  • Locate and expose existing utilities through hand digging or potholing as required.
  • Pull, place, and secure fiber optic cables and innerduct.
  • Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment.
  • Maintain a safe work environment in accordance with OSHA and company safety standards.
  • Perform traffic control and flagging when required.
  • Operate basic hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
  • Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Bereavement Leave.
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Company-paid life insurance.
  • Company-paid accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness coverage.
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