Laborer - Northville, MI
Namely
Northville, MI, USA
Posted on Mar 15, 2026
About The Role
The Laborer supports field crews in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic cable, conduit, and aerial or underground systems. This entry-level role assists with site preparation, material handling, and general construction tasks to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
The Laborer supports field crews in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic cable, conduit, and aerial or underground systems. This entry-level role assists with site preparation, material handling, and general construction tasks to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with installation of fiber optic cable, conduit, and telecommunications equipment.
- Perform general labor tasks: digging, trenching, backfilling, and site restoration.
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment.
- Safely operate basic hand tools and power tools.
- Assist directional drill, aerial, or underground crews as needed.
- Set up traffic control devices and help maintain a safe work zone.
- Clean job sites and ensure proper restoration.
- Follow OSHA and always company safety guidelines.
- Support crew leads and supervisors with daily tasks and production goals.
- Prior construction or outdoor labor experience preferred, not required
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Valid driver's license preferred
- CDL a plus (or willingness to obtain)
- Telecom, fiber optic, or utility construction
- Experience working around underground utilities
- Familiarity with hand digging and trenching
- Experience setting up traffic control
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
- Safety-focused mindset
- Ability to work long hours and overtime when required
- Punctual and dependable
- Field-based role
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Physically demanding: standing, bending, lifting, and walking for long periods