Telecom Ground hand performs construction efforts for new construction, maintenance, and rebuild projects. As a Telecom Ground hand, you have the chance to develop your Lineman and fiber construction skills, to be a part of a team in a productive, safety-minded environment. The essential functions of this position require prioritizing and completing all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adjusting for changing priorities and availability of resources, and demonstrating initiative in identifying additional job-related tasks to be completed when time permits.
Key Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintains major cable system and structures such as broken lashing, replacing or re-sagging aerial strand, pole transfers, down-guys, aerial to underground conversion, substructure repairs and cable replacements related to system outages, maintenance, rebuilds and emergencies or hazards.
- Reads and interprets work orders
- Performs construction work such as digging holes, climbing telephone poles, placing and removing poles and anchors, pulling and stringing wire/cable from pole to pole, laying cable and conduit in the ground.
- Operates power equipment such as compressors, pumps, blowers, hydraulic diggers, and hydraulic aerial lifts mounted on trucks.
- Uses test equipment to check for gas in manholes; may be required to empty water and other debris from manholes.
- Dismantles, moves, and removes aerial, underground or building wire, cable associated equipment, and hardware.
- Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions.
- Responds with sound judgement to unusual and hazardous circumstances.
- Maintains responsibility for verifying the condition of all vehicles, equipment and tools provided for use in the performance of work.
Qualifications
- Physically fit to perform manual labor, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials (typically up to 75 lbs or more).
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to perform duties that require bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate with crew members and supervisors.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Punctuality and dependability in reporting to job sites on time.
- Strong work ethic with a willingness to take on tasks as assigned.
- Ability to adapt to changing job conditions and environments.
- Basic problem-solving skills to troubleshoot challenges on-site.
- Openness to training and skill development in telecom practices and equipment use.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and supplemental insurance available. The company contributes 80% toward employee medical and dental plans and 50% toward these plans for dependents.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunity for growth and advancement.
Work Environment
This position involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme cold, rain, snow, heat, humidity, and high winds. Physical labor is a significant component of the role, requiring strength, endurance, and attention to safety.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Valhalla Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.