Ground Hand Laborer

** Ground Hand Laborer at Prince Telecom in Wilkes-Barre Township, PA (Job ID be8f19b6-b3a0-428b-8c2c-2da7a33e87cb-WilkesBarreTownshipPAUSA)**

**Company:** Prince Telecom **Location:** Wilkes-Barre Township, PA **Career Level:** Not specified **Industries:** Telecommunications, Broadcasting **Description**

**Overview:**

Ground Hand Laborers are an integral part of the construction process. This position will work with crews performing work in the telecommunications field. The Ground Hand Laborer is responsible for routine construction related activities such as pulling out cable lines and other equipment used in installing cable TV Wires as well as directing traffic flow.

**Responsibilities:**

* Load and unload parts and materials to stock and maintain construction equipment

* Throw 1-2 lb. weighted rope over elevated cable lines, and tree branches

* Pull lashing equipment down cable lines to secure wires

* Use pounding equipment to install grounding rods and anchors into ground

* Assist in pulling out cable lines and other equipment used in installing cable TV wires

* Operate chain hoist to add tension to cable and wires

* Operate vehicle, following all safety and traffic regulations

* Direct traffic flow in accordance with local D.O.T. guidelines

* Safely utilize various construction hand tools

* Follow all OSHA safety and Prince Telecom safety requirements, with or without supervision

**Qualifications:**

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* Ability and willingness to follow direction from Management

* Knowledge of state and local safety regulations on the job site

* Willingness to work both individually and in a team environment

* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc

* Ability to climb numerous telephone poles daily, approx. 20' in height

* Willingness to travel

* Valid Driver's License

* **This position may require travel overnight**

**Safety Responsibilities:**

* Follow all safety rules at all times.

* The employee shall not engage in unsafe acts.

* Attend and participate in all safety meetings and training.

* Use all prescribed safety equipment that is required to safely do the job at hand.

* Report unsafe acts or conditions to his or her immediate Supervisor or Safety Personnel.

* Report any and all injuries, accidents and/or incidents immediately

**Physical Requirements:**

* Duties outlined in this position will require the employee to stand, crouch, sit, bend, use hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low. The employee will be standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping while on shift. May require walking on uneven surfaces for periodic periods throughout the day. Work is performed near roadways, electrical lines, heavy equipment and uncontrolled vehicles.

* Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, safety vest and hardhat

* Ability to work in adverse weather conditions which can include but is not limited to: extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as wind, rain, snow, sleet and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog

* Employees in this job classification may be exposed to dust, fumes or other airborne pathogens.

* Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 LBS as needed with or without assistance

**Benefits:**

* Paid Vacation

* Paid Holidays

* Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Plans/Life Insurance/Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability

* Flexible Spending Accounts

* Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching

* Company Stock Purchase Plan

Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.

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