No experience necessary! Paid, on the job training!! Monday - Friday. 40 hrs / week minimum. OT higher through peak summer months. This is a full time, benefited position. Support and assist underground construction crews with the installation, maintenance, relocation, and repair of underground fiber. Free cable & internet!

JOB PURPOSE:

The Laborer / Fiber Optic Underground Utility Construction Technician supports and assists underground construction crews with the installation, maintenance, relocation, and repair of underground telecommunications network infrastructure.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct manual labor activities including but not limited to, digging trenches/holes with shovel, exposing existing underground utilities, greasing equipment, maintaining a clean and safe work zone.
• Responsible for the installation of utility pedestals, cabinets, and hand holes.
• Responsible for material handling to include conduit, fiber/cable pulling and installation.
• Responsible for performing site restoration and cleanup activities, including but limited to grade preparation, black dirt, seeding, and concrete restoration.
• Responsible for operation of light duty equipment to include skid steer, hydro-vacuum, jackhammer, concrete saw, power tamper.
• Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Responsible for setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers.
• Possess knowledge of company safety program, practice and enforce safety rules and procedures to ensure the safety of our employees and our communities. Wear safety apparel which includes but is not limited to hard hats, safety vests, and OSHA approved boots.
• Operate and drive a Company vehicle in accordance with company's "Use of Vehicle for Company Business" policy.
• Follow and serve as a role model in displaying company's Core Values and Leadership Success Drivers.
• Adhere to company privacy guidelines to ensure each customer's privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Function as an effective team member while supporting the efforts and strategies, initiatives, and projects of other departments.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of company.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility, and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Possess an enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented approach towards work and all work projects.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that builds positive relationships with the client, team members, and leadership.
• Actively follow company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in the installation of telecommunications infrastructure preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction, the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, state and local regulations and general safety standards.

Position leveling will be assigned congruent to experience and training.

Laborer Career Progression

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or carry loads of up to 84 lbs.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate/high.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and maneuver in small areas.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The employee must be able to work in an outdoor environment year around in all weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
• Employees may be required to work more than 40 hours per week and other than normal business hours, such as holidays, evenings, and weekends as business demands.
• The employee could be required to travel up to 50% of flexible scheduled hours.

ABOUT MIDCO:

Midco:

• Is the leading provider of reliable, high-speed internet via fiber and fixed wireless technology, serving 460,000 homes and businesses in 400 communities across the Midwest.
• Provides exceptional customer experience and a superior network, while being a force for good in the communities we serve.
• Delivers TV services including Midco Sports (a regional sports network), phone, data center and advertising services, plus wholesale networking solutions.

Ready to work at Midco? We thought so. Here are a few more reasons why Midco is one of the best places to work:

• Free Midco internet & TV
• Medical insurance and Flexible Spending / Health Savings Account
• Generous 401(k) with match
• And many more

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