What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundman (Live Oak, FL), #EG038 position at ITG Communications?
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The Groundman assists the team in building, repairing, and maintaining telecommunication distribution systems. The Groundman is responsible for preparing and cleaning construction sites, loading and unloading building materials to be used, operating equipment and machines, and helping craft workers with their duties.
Responsibilities
- Clean and prepare the construction site for work, removing debris and possible hazards
- Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead and underground lines
- Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches and switchgear
- Sets poles and anchors
- Assist the team in completing their tasks more effectively and meeting project objectives
- Identify utilities and watch dig crew dig to prevent utility hits.
- Clean up and maintain equipment.
- Restock trucks with supplies ensuring crews have the proper tools and supplies to complete the job.
- Securing the safety of yourself and others
- Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner
Requirements
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent, and at least one (1) year experience.
- On-the-job training offered. Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, sit
- Ability to use hands to handle or feet
- Ability to reach with hands and arms
- Ability to climb and balance
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs as needed
- Ability to maintain all safety expectations
- Works outdoors for extended periods
- Exposed to extreme weather conditions
- Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery
- Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains
- Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
Key Competencies, Skills, Abilities:
Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.
Perks & Benefits
- Salary- $15.00-$20.00/hr
Additional Comments
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. ITG’s policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in hiring decisions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20
