Telecom Groundman -Virginia/Maryland

Job Title: Telecommunication Groundman

Department: Telecommunication

Reports To: Telecommunication Foreman

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $17.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Work Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week

Location: Virgina & Maryland, Travel Required

Position Purpose:

The Communication Groundman position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. A groundman's responsible for performing support tasks for fiber cable construction or repair.

Key Responsibilities:

• Secure the safety of yourself and others

• Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project goals

• Join storm restoration efforts in times of need

• Operate vehicles and equipment

• Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills

Tasks:

• Work safely while performing new fiber cable construction or maintenance work

• Inspect rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order

• Perform rigorous physical labor

• Receive and follow directions

• Will work outside, frequently in inclement weather

• Does all other related work to complete the job

Physical Aspects:

• The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.

• While performing the responsibilities of this job, team-members require talking or listening. The job frequently requires the team-member to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• The team-member frequently requires performing rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel); balances; and stoop, kneels, crouches or crawls. Team members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of this job, team-members may frequently experience fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. We perform powerline construction work outside, and it subjects us to diverse weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Team-Oriented

• Self-Motivated

• Customer Service Focused

• Ethical and Honest

• Dutifully follow established Safety Rules and Company Policy

Required Qualifications:

• Able to read/write and communicate effectively.

• Able to travel long distances at short notice.

• Able to work for extended periods in multiple locations, when required.

• Able to lift an excess of 50 lbs.

• Willing to work overtime when requested.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commercial Driver's License

This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at or .

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Additional Compensation:

This position may not be eligible for bonuses, commissions, equity awards, or other monetary incentive compensation.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

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As part of our commitment to efficiency and innovation, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the recruiting and onboarding processes. These tools assist with tasks such as resume screening, interview scheduling, and communication. All decisions regarding hiring and employment are ultimately made by our human team. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact our HR department.