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Skilled Laborer/Groundman

CompanyMasTec Communications Group
LocationMeriden
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 31, 2026
About The Company
MasTec Communications Group (MCG) is a division of MasTec that provides comprehensive services and turnkey solutions for Telecom operators. MCG is uniquely positioned to offer true and unmatched end-to-end services to our customers for planning, design, SAQ, construction, material management, integration & RAN Optimization services for 5G, LTE, private LTE, and small cells. The telecommunications industry is one of the most dynamic industries in the global marketplace today. Consumer demand, technological advances, and new networking applications continue to fuel a fast-paced business environment. A wholly-owned subsidiary of MasTec, Inc. (stock symbol: MTZ), MCG is a telecommunications infrastructure services company that is well-positioned to outmatch the demands of this type of business climate.
About the Role
Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

 

Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!


Responsibilities

As a Skilled Laborer/Groundman, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge.

 

In addition, you will:

  • Responsible for various manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, and preparing job sites with the use of hand tools like shovels, rakes, and picks 
  • Work in outdoor utility construction sites
  • Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day
  • Build and maintain aerial and underground cable systems
  • Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the field
  • Learn and train to use various kinds of tools and equipment

Qualifications

About You:

  • Safety is a part of your day-to-day
  • You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
  • You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
  • You are looking for long-term projects
  • You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
  • You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT med card for driving purposes (CDL preferred;  applicants are subject to an MVR review, and must meet company standards for a safe driving record)
  • You want to learn the telecom construction trade to advance your career, like Coax Splicing, Fiber Splicing, Directional Drilling, etc.
  • You want to make an impact with your local community and enjoy being home daily

MOS Codes 12K, 12N,12V, 12W, 21E, 21J, 25P, 91C, 91L, 11B, 1100, 1120, 1316, 9970-9975, 0612, 2T3XX, 2E1XX, 3E2XX, 3E3XX, 9T0XX, BU, UT relate well to this position.

 

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort: 

 

Financial Security 

  • Compensation $20.00 - 24.00hr DOE
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 
  • Life insurance 
  • Short-term and Long-term disability 
  • Red Wing Boot Voucher 

Health and Wellness 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Work/Life Balance 

  • Paid time off 
  • Paid holidays 
  • Family and medical leave 
  • Paid sick time

Employee Referral Program

 

Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!

 

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec! 

 

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

 

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Key Skills
Trench DiggingSite PreparationHand Tool ProficiencyAerial Cable SystemsUnderground Cable SystemsTroubleshootingEquipment TransportTelecom ConstructionSafe DrivingManual Labor
Categories
ConstructionTradesEngineeringTransportation
Benefits
401(k) With Company MatchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Life InsuranceShort-term And Long-term DisabilityRed Wing Boot VoucherMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountMedical Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time OffPaid HolidaysFamily And Medical LeavePaid Sick TimeEmployee Referral Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Support all phases of utility construction for telecom projects, including digging trenches and preparing job sites. Build and maintain aerial and underground cable systems while troubleshooting field issues.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
3435
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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