Aerial Groundhand

Bigham Cable Construction - Hickory, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Hickory, NC

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

As an Aerial Groundhand at Bigham Cable, you will play a crucial role in supporting an Aerial Telecom Crew with the installation and maintenance of fiber and telecom cables. This position involves providing necessary tools and materials, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and performing various physical tasks in diverse weather conditions. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in telecommunications

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Pet insurance