Job Description

Michigan Broadband Services | Carney, Michigan

Work Locations: Throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula Start a Career in Construction – We'll Train You!

Michigan Broadband Services is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals to join our growing telecommunications construction team. No construction experience? No problem! We're looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working outdoors, aren't afraid of physical work, and want to learn valuable skills while earning competitive wages. Whether you're looking to start your first career, transition into the construction industry, or develop new skills, we offer hands-on training and opportunities for advancement.

What We Offer

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Based on experience and qualifications.
• $125 Daily Per Diem: Provided when working 50 miles or more from your home address. Per diem includes lodging expenses.
• Paid On-the-Job Training: Learn valuable construction skills while working alongside experienced crews.
• Company-Paid CDL Training: Opportunities for qualified employees to obtain their Commercial Driver's License at company expense.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow into equipment operator, directional drilling, aerial construction, and other skilled positions.
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

What You'll Be Doing

As a Construction Laborer, you'll work alongside experienced crews installing and maintaining fiber-optic telecommunications infrastructure throughout Upper Michigan. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting directional drilling, plowing, excavation, and underground construction crews.
• Helping install underground fiber-optic cable, conduit, pedestals, and utility vaults.
• Loading, unloading, and organizing construction materials and equipment.
• Performing digging, trench preparation, backfilling, site cleanup, and other general construction tasks.
• Assisting equipment operators with daily construction activities.
• Helping set up work zones, traffic control devices, and job-site safety equipment.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and other construction equipment after receiving appropriate training.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Following company safety procedures and working cooperatively with crew members.
• Performing other construction-related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel throughout Michigan for construction projects.
• Availability to work extended rotations, including overnight travel and occasional weekends.
• Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screenings, including background check, driving record review, and drug screening.

Preferred but Not Required:

• Previous construction or outdoor labor experience.
• Experience using hand tools or power tools.
• Familiarity with underground utilities, excavation, or telecommunications construction.
• Class A CDL or interest in obtaining one.

No prior construction experience is required. We will train the right candidates! Travel & Work Schedule Our construction crews work on projects throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

• Extended work rotations are required based on project needs.
• Overnight travel and occasional weekend work may be required.
• Employees working 50 miles or more from their home address qualify for a $125 daily per diem, which includes lodging expenses.
• Work schedules may vary depending on project requirements.

Build More Than a Job – Build a Career!

At Michigan Broadband Services, we believe in developing employees and providing opportunities to grow. Many of the skills you'll learn can lead to specialized positions in heavy equipment operation, directional drilling, utility construction, and crew leadership. We're looking for people who show up, work hard, take pride in what they do, and want to build a future in the construction industry.

You don't need years of experience. You need a willingness to learn and a strong work ethic. Ready to Get Started? Apply today and start building your career with Michigan Broadband Services!

Paid Training | $125 Daily Per Diem for Qualifying Assignments | Company-Paid CDL Opportunities | Full Benefits | Career Advancement