Underground Lineman Ground Hand

Southwire•Fort Worth, TX

46d•Onsite

About The Position

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible? Job Description POSITION: Laborer DEPARTMENT: Operations REPORTS TO: Team Leader SUPERVISES: N/A FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

Requirements

Able to perform physically demanding tasks
Valid driver's license
Class A license desired
Able to perform safe work practices daily
Able to lift, push, pull and carry at least 75 lbs. for a distance of 300 feet
Able to work some nights and weekends
Strong mechanical skills
Ability to work outdoors
Ability to read and write English
Pass a drug screen and background check
Knowledge of electrical utility work preferred
Able to stand, kneel and work in confined spaces for an extended period of time

Responsibilities

General labor on job locations
Set up and dismantle work site
Flag traffic
Signal Operators when moving equipment
Hand Digging (shoveling) entrance and exit pits along with locating existing utilities
Comply with proper safety standards and expectations
Perform other duties as required and/or assigned