What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerial Groundhand position at Bigham Cable Construction?
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At Bigham Cable, as an Aerial Groundhand, you’ll support an Aerial Telecom Crew with the installation and maintenance of fiber/telecom cables and materials.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Employee discounts available via perkspot.com
What you’ll do as an Aerial Groundhand
- Provide tools, parts, and materials to crew members as needed
- Reposition or move bucket trucks, trailers, or equipment as directed
- Ensure that door-tagging and resident notifications for construction activities are completed before starting work each day
- Stock, clean, and maintain all company vehicles and equipment
- Perform hand digging using shovels and mechanical tools
- Direct/flag traffic flow in line with local DOT guidelines
- Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed
- Perform work in all weather conditions
- Other duties as assigned
What you’ll need
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
- Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
- Certified pole climber or be willing to become certified
- Previous labor experience in telecommunications is a plus
Physical abilities & exposures
- Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level at heights, in confined spaces and in remote locations, climb stairs, bend, stoop, stand, walk and lift up to 55 pounds, operate vehicle & heavy machinery
- Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
