Laborer - Underground Construction

About the role

If you’re looking for the best entry point into a fast-growing, in-demand industry, this is your opportunity. Play a direct role in delivering high-speed fiber internet to homes and businesses—a critical service powering communities, innovation, and everyday life here at our Corporate Headquarters in Rochester, NY.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction and installation of underground fiber networks serving residential and commercial customers
• Affix jobsite setup, preparation, and cleanup working as part of a collaborative team
• Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment
• Perform physical tasks such as digging, lifting, trenching, and material handling
• Operate hand and power tools safely under supervision
• Affix hydro-vac operations for potholing and site cleanup
• Safely operate pickup trucks or larger vehicles, including towing trailers
• Help maintain equipment and ensure tools are job-ready
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safe, team-focused work environment
• Work closely with crew members and supervisors to complete projects efficiently

Requirements

• Strong ability to perform physical labor in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Basic understanding of construction safety practices
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential
• CDL-A preferred but not required
• Comfortable traveling and working on different job sites
• Ability to travel out of state as needed (approximately 50%)
• Ability to be on call when required

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in an outdoor construction role preferred
• Experience operating or assisting with heavy equipment (e.g., excavators, directional drills) strongly preferred
• Previous experience working in outdoor environment year round

Skills and Abilities

• Strong ability to perform physical labor in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Basic understanding of construction safety practices
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential
• CDL-A preferred but not required
• Comfortable traveling and working on different job sites
• Ability to travel out of state as needed (approximately 50%)
• Ability to be on call when required

Benefits

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com/careers/.

Pay

The starting salary for this position range is between $20.00 - $26.00 an hour. The actual salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location.

Schedule

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual schedule may vary based on project needs and business requirements.

About the Organization

Deliver an exceptional experience. Make a real impact. Grow with us. At Greenlight Networks, we're not just building a network—we're building stronger, more connected communities. Founded in 2011, Greenlight Networks designs, builds, and operates a high-speed fiber-optic network delivering internet speeds up to 8 Gigabits per second to homes and small businesses. Today, we serve more than 225,000 homes and nearly 10,000 businesses across New York, with continued expansion into Pennsylvania and Baltimore. Our mission is to connect our communities by delivering the best internet experience and providing our customers the freedom to work, play, and live without limits!

EEO Statement

Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.