Overview and Essential Functions

　　This entry level position assists the Company’s aerial communication systems crews by performing various labor-related tasks on the ground.

　　What will you do?

　　Assists aerial lineworkers perform day to day tasks as directed;

　　Loads and unloads, assembles, prepares and maintains tools, supplies, materials, etc;

　　Hand digs using a shovel where needed;

　　Operates hand tools such as wrenches, drills, saws, lashers, etc;

　　Effectively sets up the job safety perimeter using signage, cones and safety barriers;

　　Follows instructions;

　　Adhere to all company and manufacturer safety policies and procedures;

　　Other duties as assigned

　　Qualifications

　　High school diploma or equivalent;

　　Interest in advancing toward an aerial lineman career

　　Regional travel is required;

　　Valid driver’s license with good driving record;

　　Ability to maintain a current DOT health card;

　　Previous use of basic hand tools;

　　Willingness to utilize technology (i.e. iPad, email, etc)

　　Ability to safely work in a fast-paced and potentially hazardous work environment;

　　Ability to read, comprehend and carry out both written and verbal instruction;

　　Good and respectful verbal communication skills;

　　Willingness to acquire CPR/First Aid certification.

　　Core Competencies:

　　Steadfast commitment to Safety

　　Team oriented

　　Willingness to learn

　　Willingness to work at height

　　Work Environment/Physical Demands:

　　The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Frequently push, pull, carry, lift, bend, stand, kneel, squat, and twist

　　Occasionally sit

　　Frequently reach above shoulder height and look to spaces at height

　　Frequent use of sight and hearing

　　Ability to safely enter and exit vehicles and equipment

　　Occasionally lift up to 100 lbs, frequently up to 25 lbs

　　Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

　　Ability to work on slippery, uneven and/or other irregular surfaces

　　Be in an environment with loud noise

　　Ability to safely wear job-specific PPE including but not limited to eye, hearing, head, respiratory and/or foot protection as well as appropriate high visibility clothing

　　Benefits and Company Summary

　　Paid lodging and per diem when overnight travel is required

　　Company vehicles for business use

　　Competitive Compensation

　　Comprehensive benefit package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Life and AD&D, Short and Long-term disability insurance, Legal, both traditional and ROTH 401k retirement plans with company match, Company stock purchase program and tuition reimbursement

　　Paid time off

　　8 paid annual Holidays

　　Advancement opportunities, including ongoing training opportunities, for individuals demonstrating an aptitude and drive to expand their skill base as well as the determination and positive attitude to progress their career

　　Company:

　　TelCom Construction is a full service, turnkey telecommunications utility contractor with a growing market presence within the industry. Headquartered in Clearwater, MN and with locations throughout the Upper Midwest, our focus on Midwestern values and continuously delivering a quality product with attention to safety, integrity and customer satisfaction has driven our success.

　　TelCom is proud to be an EEO/AA and Veteran-Friendly employer!

　　To apply for this opportunity, please visit our career page at https://careers.telcomconstruction.com/telcom.

　　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.