Communications Construction Laborer - Saratoga Springs, NY - Wmc1 : Job Details

** Communications Construction Laborer - Saratoga Springs, NY**

**Job Category****:** Laborer **Requisition Number****:** COMMU49355 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

**Communications Construction Laborer - Saratoga Springs, NY**

**C** **ompany:**

White Mountain Cable Construction, LLC (WMC) is a premier, full service, telecommunications construction provider based in New England. We have been providing quality service for over 30 years and specialize in total outside plant construction. With one of the most modern fleets in the telecommunications construction industry, WMC is continuously tackling difficult projects with aggressive schedules. We have the equipment and personnel to meet any challenge.

**Overview:**

Laborer duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor.

**Responsibilities:**

* All phases of underground construction include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment

* Hand dig using shovel, mechanical tools

* Install and maintenance of underground telecommunications cabling

* Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)

* Operate or work around heavy equipment and machinery

* Working in congested or remote areas

* Maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement

* Perform general construction work under direction of Foreman/Supervisor

* Flagging, property or worksite restoration

* Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies

**Qualifications:**

* Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner

* Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner

* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.

* Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position

* Must have a valid drivers license

* Must be authorized to work in the United States

* Must be able to pass drug, background, DOT & MVR screenings

**Preferred Qualifications:**

* 6 months of experience in the utility construction industry

* Ability to read prints and interpret utility maps to identify the type and size of underground utilities

**Physical Requirements:**

* Must be able to perform the above for at least 8 hours per day 5 days per week. May be required to work over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call

* 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.

* Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses 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

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Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

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