Ground Hand

Job Summary

As the Ground Hand, you will support construction crews by performing manual labor tasks, assisting with material handling, and maintaining safe job site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Linemen and Tower Technicians with loading, unloading, organizing, and preparing tools, equipment, materials, and supplies at job sites.
• Perform general construction labor including digging, tamping, cutting brush, cleaning work areas, moving materials, and supporting installation activities.
• Aid in traffic control and maintain safe work practices in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
• Operate company vehicles, when authorized, to transport personnel, equipment, and materials between the yard and job sites.
• Support construction crews by completing physically demanding tasks while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following supervisor instructions.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required; Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Entry-level position with the ability to learn telecommunications construction practices.
• Experience performing manual labor in construction, utility, telecommunications, or related outdoor environments preferred.
• Experience working safely around construction equipment and active job sites preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Previous experience supporting fiber optic, utility, or telecommunications construction projects.
• Knowledge of traffic control practices and construction site safety procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 90 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions and in confined spaces as required.
• Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to maintain visual and audible awareness of crew members, equipment, and surroundings to ensure safe coordination of movement.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

• Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust.
• We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more.

Additional Employment Information

• We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles.
• Some benefits have eligibility criteria.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.
• Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.