Laborer I

About the role

ADB Companies is seeking a Laborer to provide entry level outside plant (OSP) installation support on various sized and scope utility construction project sites. This is a great position for anyone looking to get into the utility construction space within the telecommunications industry. The ideal candidate will be customer and quality centric, have a complete buy-in to safety, with a strong work ethic, and ALL IN attitude to achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Performs general manual strenuous labor in all weather conditions, including hand digging, installing utilities, moving material, inspecting ground conditions, and ensuring traffic control
• Supports crew with jobsite setup and closeout tasks, such as loading and unloading trucks, taking photos, setting up cones and traffic signs, and prepping equipment
• Operates basic level equipment with constant guidance from an experienced operator, including directional drill, mini excavator, and hydro truck
• Meets production expectations set by experienced Laborers, Foremen, and/or members of management
• Takes initiative and is actively engaged in training alongside experienced Laborers and Operators learning installations, print reading, and equipment operations
• Reads prints and construction drawings
• Maintains general understanding and comfortability of safety risks while working in a safety sensitive position
• Ensures company and customer property cleanliness and quality standards are met within expectations set by experienced Laborers, Foremen, and/or members of management
• Actively participates in pre-task, good catch, and safety assessment standards within the organization

Success Factors

• Ability to travel nationwide
• Strong belief in ZERO incidents—being safe 100% of the time
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• High level of customer centricity
• Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
• Strong attendance record
• Ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced/high-volume environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and climbing
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite
• Safety sensitive position requiring common protective safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots

Requirements

• 1 year of experience preferred but willing to train and invest in the right candidate
• Proven experience working in a manual labor environment in outside weather conditions strongly preferred
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a company vehicle strongly preferred
• Class A CDL License strongly preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required

Pay

The starting pay for this position is $20.00 an hour and may vary based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.