Laborer/Groundman

Field Worker/HelperAs a Field Worker/Helper, you will provide support on external plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects, both aerial and underground, in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The work may include fiber optic installation to the home (FTTH), conduit and access chamber construction, trenching, plow laying, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), micro-trenching, vacuum excavation, and cable laying and installation by pulling and blowing. You will also be involved in aerial construction, pole work, and installation of service connections, depending on project and site requirements.What you will do:Follow the instructions of the Foreman or Supervisor to perform field tasks safely and efficiently.Assist with shovel excavation, weed clearing, cleaning of the work area, landscaping, vehicle washing, loading and unloading, and handling of materials.Monitor excavation work to prevent damage or strikes to existing utility services.Follow safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.Operate or assist with trucks, trailers, and equipment as trained.Learn the required procedures related to inventory, tools, equipment, and the workplace.Climb poles safely once you have received the corresponding training and certification.About you:You are a safety-first individual, responsible, and comfortable working outdoors in demanding conditions. You take pride in quality work, enjoy problem-solving, and are willing to learn new skills as part of a practical and collaborative team. You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT medical card (applicants will be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and must meet the company's safe driving standards). You can lift and transport up to 70 pounds (approximately 32 kg). You have the ability to read maps, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics. Certification for aerial work or related experience is preferred, especially for assignments involving pole work. Experience in external plant (OSP) fiber optic construction, both aerial and underground, is preferred. Knowledge of aerial installation materials, safety distance codes, and network design is preferred. Certification as a traffic flagger or the ability to obtain it when necessary is preferred.MasTec Communications Group, a division of the Fortune 500 MasTec, Inc., builds the infrastructure of the future for you and us. You will develop new skills, work in a safety-focused environment, and help expand the technology that connects our communities. If this describes you, grow your career with MasTec.Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company matching, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), life insurance, disability coverage, a Red Wing boot voucher, paid time off, holidays, family and medical leave, and sick time.MasTec, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the company to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other circumstance prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Furthermore, MasTec's policy is to comply with all applicable state, federal, and local laws regarding the consideration of unemployment status in hiring decisions.