Groundsman - Telecom Experienced - Traveling

About Us

Founded in 1964, Robinson Brothers Construction is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America. We are a general contractor dialed into the dynamics of installing infrastructure for the communications, renewable energy, natural gas, and electric utility industries. True to our word and proud of our people, we’re committed to providing superior service to our customers throughout the American West.

 

Between 2006 and 2016, we grew from 14 employees to a team of over 200. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured to operate in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and California. We’re pleased with our growth – but we’re not stopping here.

 

RBC serves its clients, invests in its employees, and competes for the future – every day.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

About this Role

IMMEDIATE NEED - HIRING NOW

 

Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC is seeking skilled Groundsman to join our traveling crew. Our contracts span the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast, encompassing the western states.

 

We are looking for talented individuals who are enthusiastic and ready to travel to various job sites. As part of your role, travel is expected and required. This is a field position, and you will be responsible for working at various sites as necessary, including locations in multiple states.

 

**Travel position - We prioritize local assignments that enable our team to return home each night, while remaining flexible and ready to pursue opportunities wherever the job market takes us.

What You'll Do

Groundman, in this role you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. Duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor.Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.

 

Position Overview:

 

The Groundman position assists the Lineman on-site by-passing tools to the Lineman or crew members, clearing undergrowth and debris from rights of way and construction path, acts as traffic control flagger, and drives/operates company trucks/bucket trucks and associated hand/power tools of all types (air hammers, tampers, chainsaws, trenching equipment, etc. Additionally, this position handles cables, conduit, and other materials as directed. The Aerial Groundman cleans-up job sites following completion of work.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists Lineman and Crew Leader on-site by-passing tools to the Aerial Lineman or network crew members.
• Performs all work from the ground and may assist in aerial devices/ladders.
• Handles cables, conduit and other materials as directed.
• Excavates and clears undergrowth from right-of-way and clears the path of debris to assist in the installation of structures or fiber as required.
• Assembles material on the ground to be installed by the Aerial Lineman
• Performs general clean-up of job sites, loading/unloading materials following completion of work.
• Drives/operates company truck.
• Flags traffic to protect employees and the public from injury.
• Must be familiar with and follow all safety rules as works near energized parts/hazardous equipment.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

What You'll Bring

Requirements:

• Aerial fiber construction experience and bucket truck experience preferred.

• Knowledge of fiber optic construction prints & designs preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required /CDL Class A license or obtain one in 90 days preferred.
• Applicants must submit to an MVR review, drug test & criminal background check
• Must have some knowledge in map reading NAP and Ring Cut placement.
• Must be able to flag traffic and pass a DOT flagging class. Must be able to set out signs in accordance with DOT Guidelines when needed.
• Must be able to distinguish the difference between all aerial hardware all bolts all dead ends, etc.
• Must be able to do a truck inspection and notify a supervisor/crew leader if the truck has any repairs that need to be made.
• OSHA certification is a plus or Y-COM can schedule you for the course.
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers, c