As a Groundman, you'll work directly with experienced Fiber Linemen to build overhead and underground fiber optic networks. Your job is to keep the crew working safely and efficiently while learning the trade every day.
You'll learn how telecommunications construction is performed from the ground up.
Daily Responsibilities
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Drive company trucks to and from jobsites.
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Set up work zones and traffic control.
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Load, unload, organize, and stock trucks with tools and materials.
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Learn the names and uses of common pole hardware, including strand, clamps, bolts, spacers, guy hardware, and aerial construction materials.
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Hand tools and materials to the lineman working from the bucket truck or climbing a utility pole.
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Help install fiber optic cable, messenger strand, tracer wire, pedestals, and other telecommunications infrastructure.
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Assist with hand digging around existing utilities when needed.
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Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
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Follow OSHA and company safety procedures at all times.
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1-2 years of experience
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Valid driver’s license
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Good verbal and written communication skills
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Must be available to work any shift
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The ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight(s)
Coastal Fiber is a growing utility construction company with more than 25 years of experience building telecommunications and electrical infrastructure. With over 250 employees operating from six offices throughout New England, New York, and Virginia, we're continuing to grow and looking for hardworking people who want more than just a job.
Our South Boston, Virginia office is expanding. We're looking for dependable people who enjoy working outdoors, aren't afraid of hard work, and want to learn a skilled trade with long-term career opportunities.
If you're willing to learn, we'll teach you.
This isn't just a labor position.
As you gain experience, you'll learn how to:
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Build aerial fiber optic cable.
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Lash and overlash fiber.
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Climb utility poles safely.
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Operate bucket trucks and aerial lifts.
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Perform pole transfers.
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Install blown fiber.
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Read construction prints.
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Become a Fiber Lineman.
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Grow into a Crew Leader or Foreman.
Many of our best linemen started as Groundmen.
What We're Looking For
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Strong work ethic.
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Dependable and on time.
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Willing to work outdoors in all seasons.
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Comfortable performing physical work.
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Positive attitude.
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Good communication skills.
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Able to lift 75 pounds.
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Valid driver's license.
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CDL is a plus but not required.
No telecommunications experience is required. Construction, utility, landscaping, tree work, military, farming, heavy equipment, or commercial driving experience is a plus.
What we offer
Your benefits will include a competitive compensation plan and paid time off benefit. After 90 days you may enroll in Coastal Fiber LLC., Health & Welfare benefit plans, depending on eligibility. As well as a Retirement Savings Plan, with company match. We look forward to reviewing with you the specific benefits you would receive as a Coastal Fiber LLC., employee. The above information is provided as a highlight of the major benefits offered to most full-time team members, this is not a summary plan description or official plan document.
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