SFI has immediate openings for Ground Hands to perform aerial and underground outside plant construction and repairs. The Ground Hand role is an entry-level position to learn a skilled trade in the telecommunications industry! The ideal candidate has 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. Cable, Phone, Fiber, Utility, or a related field. OSP and ISP experience are a plus, but not required. Some travel is necessary.
The Aerial Construction Ground Hand must be able to deliver superior quality and strong customer service on every job they touch. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

This position is responsible for the following tasks:

• Perform construction of fiber optics and coaxial plant
• fiber pulling and ped hole setting
• This includes new build and repair/replacement of active plant.
• 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.