Laborer
Congruex · Elkhorn, WI · 2 mo ago
OTHR$17–$24/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in loading and unloading all equipment, materials, and supplies needed for daily work
- Safely operate tampers, jackhammers, core drills, concrete saws, and other miscellaneous equipment
- Hand dig with shovels, picks, and digging bars to expose located utilities, access underground vaults and pedestals, and complete trenches
- Place conduit and/or cables in trenches, splice conduit sections (install couplers), install anchors, pedestals, vaults, and other underground construction components
- Fully restore worksites by refilling trenches and holes, tamping soil, replanting plants or shrubs, and placing temporary asphalt where required
- Drive company vehicles or operate construction equipment when appropriately licensed and authorized, and clean and maintain assigned company vehicles and equipment
- Auxiliary responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Valid unrestricted Driver's License
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Previous underground utility construction or outdoor labor experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of the telecommunications construction industry preferred; on-the-job training provided
Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with crew members, leadership, and clients
- Ability to function effectively as an integral part of a team
- Ability to safely lift and/or move 50–150 lbs. and stand or walk extended distances (1+ mile) over uneven terrain
- Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year
- Ability to safely perform duties in standard and high-risk construction environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience and knowledge of underground utility construction
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred or willingness to obtain one
- OSHA Certification
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 150 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and on uneven terrain
- Ability to safely perform work in standard and high-risk construction environments
- Ability to travel overnight to various project sites as requested
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Congruex Culture & Benefits
- 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