What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cable Construction Ground Hand position at Lighthouse Technologies?
AM Communications (DBA Lighthouse Technologies) has immediate openings for Ground Hands. The Ground Hand role is an entry-level position to learn a skilled trade in the telecommunications industry! The ideal candidate has a working knowledge of hand tools, must be comfortable with heights, able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift 80 lbs. repeatedly and learn to safely climb with the use of pole climbing gaffs/spikes. Some travel is necessary.
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the following tasks:
- Maintain minimum benchmarks on client and company performance metrics.
- Help with field training of new employees who are going through the company training program.
- Carry out all work performed in the safest possible manner, following all internal safety guidelines and requirements.
- Maintain all assigned assets such as test meter, safety equipment, ladders etc.
- Manage, track, and organize client equipment and small parts. Must be able to account for the usage of all equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized company vehicle. Ensure all routine maintenance is completed timely and any problems with vehicle are immediately reported to local management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Must have a valid driver?s license and meet company MVR qualifications
- Ability to pass a nationwide background check and drug screen
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Have a general working knowledge of computers.
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
- Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area
- Must be able to lift/push/pull/carry 80-100 lbs
- Must be comfortable with heights up to 28 feet
- Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, etc.
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry)
- Ability to work in a confined space and at high elevations (poles, hydraulic lift buckets, ladders)
- Must be able to work in a loud, noise-filled environment out in the field
