Laborer - Underground Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Future of Connectivity While Growing Your Career

If you’re looking for the best entry point into a fast-growing, in-demand industry, this is your opportunity. and 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.

This role is ideal for individuals with hands-on construction experience who enjoy working outdoors and want to build a long-term career in the fiber and telecommunications industry. You’ll gain valuable skills, work with experienced crews, and have opportunities to grow into advanced roles in underground construction and network deployment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the construction and installation of underground fiber networks serving residential and commercial customers
• Assist with 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
• Assist with 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

Knowledge 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

Education and Experience

• 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
  
  

  Why This Role Matters

  This isn’t just another construction job—you’ll be part of building essential infrastructure that communities depend on every day. Fiber internet is one of the most in-demand technologies today, and you’ll be helping bring faster, more reliable connectivity to neighborhoods and businesses.

  Our job titles may span more than one career level. 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. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at