Construction Specialist - TX

Glass Roots Construction (GRC) is a first-class fiber optic utility construction firm founded by career telecom and construction professionals. We leverage the latest technologies and up-to-date construction practices to design and build high-performance networks that deliver fast, reliable connectivity for businesses, schools, and healthcare.

About the role

We are seeking skilled Construction Specialists who are local to the Porter, TX and the surrounding areas. This position reports to the Construction Manager and offers an opportunity to join a strong, collaborative team at an early stage of growth, gain valuable experience, and contribute to the continued expansion of GRC.

At GRC, we believe that great infrastructure is built on two foundational commitments:

• Safety First: This is our #1 priority and a mutual commitment. We protect our team members, the public, and our customers' assets by prioritizing safety over production and ensuring every project is executed without shortcuts so everyone goes home safe.
• Quality & Excellence: We commit to excellence in every detail. By investing in our people, best-in-industry equipment, and processes, we deliver reliable, lasting work and exceptional, professional service for our customers.

We are looking for people who take pride in their trade and want to help us lay the foundation for a safer, more connected future.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laborer duties and support on construction sites
• Use various equipment, hand, and power tools
• Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines
• Remove, fill, or compact earth
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade and utility safety standards
• Responsible for the site set-up and clean-up
• Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment on the truck
• Involved in new site Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to starting construction
• Set up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers and at times flagging traffic
• May be required to work overtime; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies, or be on-call as work is needed to ensure work is completed
• Ability to follow instructions

Requirements

• A valid driver's license is required for most positions
• On-call and weekend availability
• Travel is required

Qualifications

• Construction experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• CDL A (Preferred)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Understanding of basic utility construction processes and terminology a plus

Pay

$20 - $25 per hour, based on experience (Porter, TX)

Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday - Friday
• Night Shift: Sunday - Thursday

Travel Requirements: 100%