Overview and Essential Functions

　　Company:

　　We have an exciting opportunity for dedicated, hard-working, and goal focused individuals to work on a great team in a growing organization. We're a family operated, financially stable business, with national capabilities. Please review the summary and qualifications of this position and complete the online-application for immediate consideration. Thank you for your interest in Ervin Cable Construction, we look forward to hearing from you!

　　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

　　Who we're looking for...

　　Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

　　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

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Class A Commercial Driver’s License

　　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

　　Benefits and Company Summary

　　What you’ll get…

　　Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans

　　Flexible Spending Accounts

　　Short and Long Term Disability

　　Supplemental Life and AD&D

　　401(k) Retirement Savings w/ Company Match

　　Stock Purchase Plan

　　Company Discounts

　　Legal Insurance

　　Paid Time Off and Holidays

　　Who we are...

　　We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others’ safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards.

　　Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people. We serve the nation from more than 50 field offices and are unparalleled in scope and scale.

　　Our talented workforce of over 1500 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management. We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us!

　　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.