Overview and Essential Functions

　　Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work. We have a specialized power supply team providing maintenance, capital improvements and on demand services. Kanaan Communications can be your full service contract partner.

　　Overview:

　　Interested in a career in the field of Telecommunications? Are you mechanically inclined; detail oriented, enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Join the Kanaan Communications Team! Kanaan Communications, LLC is currently seeking to fill full time Underground Laborers.

　　Competitive Wages Starting At $18+ an hour depending on level of experience.

　　Qualifications

　　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:

　　Required to possess a valid drivers license.

　　Must pass a background check, drug test, motor vehicle check, and DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card and chauferrers license.

　　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 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

　　High school diploma or equivalent.

　　Experience using hand and power tools.

　　Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

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

　　Must be able to lift/carry 80 lbs. regularly as needed with or without assistance

　　The employee will be sitting, bending, using hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping while on shift

　　Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses and hardhat

　　Remote work may be required - long driving and sitting will be required in these instances

　　Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include but are not limited to: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus potentially near and/or far as needed

　　The noise level in the work environment for this position maybe moderate to loud

　　All work is outdoors so employees in this position are regularly exposed to outside weather conditions which can include but is not limited to extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job

　　Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.

　　Benefits and Company Summary

　　What Kanaan offers:

　　Opportunity to work in a growing company

　　Competitive Pay and weekly paychecks

　　Paid Time Off

　　Paid Holidays

　　Comprehensive Benefits Package:

　　Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans

　　Life Insurance

　　Long & Short Term Disability

　　401(k) with Company Match

　　Employee Monthly Stock Investment Plan

　　Educational Reimbursement

　　Flexible Spending Accounts

　　Health Savings Account

　　Cigna Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Legal Insurance Plan

　　SurgeryPlus service

　　Teladoc System

　　Who we are:

　　Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work. Kanaan has a specialized power supply team providing maintenance, capital improvements, and on-demand services. Join the Kanaan Communications Team!

　　EEO

　　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. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)

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

　　Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.