Travel Laborer I

About the role

ADB is a nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, P&I and Engineering. Our customer-centric approach has ensured long-term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset, ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our top priority.

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

Responsibilities

• Performs general manual strenuous labor in all weather conditions, including but not limited to 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.
• Basic level equipment operations, including operating directional drills, mini excavators, hydro trucks, etc., with constant guidance from an experienced operator.
• Consistently meets production expectations set by experienced Laborers, Foremen, and/or members of management.
• Takes initiative and actively engages in training alongside experienced Laborers and Operators to learn installations, print reading, and equipment operations.
• Basic ability to read prints and construction drawings.
• General understanding and comfortability with 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.
• Adheres to safety culture and expectations by actively participating in pre-task planning, reporting good catches, and safety assessments.
• Performs other position duties when requested.

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.

Success Factors

• Nationwide travel ability.
• A strong belief in ZERO incidents—being safe 100% of the time is the expectation.
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values.
• A high level of customer-centricity.
• Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude.
• Strong attendance record.
• Ability to work as a strong team player and 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.
• This is a safety-sensitive position; when working onsite, will be required to wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots.

Pay

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