Telecom Aerial Groundhand

Discover a more connected Telecom Aerial Groundhand career

At C-2 Utility Contractors, as a Telecom Aerial Groundhand, you’ll support an Aerial Telecom Crew with the installation and maintenance of fiber/telecom cables and materials.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as a Telecom Aerial Groundhand

• 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

What you’ll need 

• To be at least 18 years old
• To be authorized to work in the United States for this company
• Be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• A valid standard Driver’s License or Class A Commercial Driver’s License (preferred)
• Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry
• Knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques
• To be able to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet
• To be able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as; pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction)
• To be able to work over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call
• Be able to maintain a safe work environment
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Be able to travel when travel is required

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Lift/Carry 50 lbs
• Occasionally: Lift/carry 75lbs

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it’s your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Headquartered in Coburg, Oregon, C-2 was founded in 1977 and provides services in Oregon and Washington. C-2 is proud of its reputation as a service contractor with a commitment to quality and on-time completion. C-2’s experienced management team is committed to providing the best possible service and to meeting all of their customers’ needs in today’s fast paced and rapidly changing telecommunications industry.

Building stronger solutions together 

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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