Construction Underground (Bore) Laborer

Company: Clear Rate Communications
Location: Troy
Posted on: August 2, 2022

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The construction laborer performs a wide variety of manual duties in support of telecommunications construction. This role performs tasks involving physical labor at road/highway sites using heavy construction products.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris, and waste materials.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or connect earth to grade specifications, using shovels and other equipment.
• Load and unload materials, machinery, and tools; distribute to appropriate locations, according to project plans.
• Perform a variety of task involving strenuous manual labor in road/highway environments to prepare worksite for telecommunications cabling.
• Locate underground utilities and eliminate potential hazards for cabling work to be completed.
• Use a variety of hand tools and machinery including shovels, picks, and various power tools to complete assignments.
• Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Control traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
• Perform material handling and storage.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Other duties required as well.REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
  • Education
    • High school diploma or equivalent required;
      • Experience
        • 1+ years of roadside construction experience is preferred
        • Competence with hand and power tools required.
        • Must have valid driver s license (CDL is preferred).
        • Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
        • Able to effectively handle priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
        • Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
        • Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
        • Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
          • Frequent walking, standing sitting within the work area.
          • Must be able to carry a ladder and lift 50lbs.
          • Must be able to pull ropes and work under a lineman safely as a frond hand and be observant of his and your surroundings.
          • Must be able to work alone with a team.
          • Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, and peers.
          • Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet and dry)WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard outdoor environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
            • Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled environment out in the field.
            • The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
            • This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.

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