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Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life.

Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day?
Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life?
And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated?

You have a lot of choices in where you work…make the decision to work where you are valued!

Join the McNabb Center Team as the Healthy Families Family Resource Specialist today!

The Healthy Families Family Resource Specialist

1. Manages referrals to the Healthy Families program in accordance with the Healthy Families America model requirements, including.

• Attempting contact with all referrals within 24 to 48 hours of receiving the referral.
• Contacting each referred family a minimum of 2 times a month during the first trimester and second trimester and until the family is assessed.
• Contacting each referred family a minimum of 1 time per week during the third trimester and until the family is assessed.
• Contacting each referred family a minimum of 2 times per week once the infant is born and until the family is assessed.
• Ensuring all necessary data related to referrals and screenings is inputted correctly into the Heathy Families America Entrance to Exit log that is submitted for accreditation.

2. Initiates and conducts screenings for families interested in the Healthy Families program.

• Conducting screening on all families using the Healthy Families Screening Tool and Contact Form.
• Ensuring all necessary data related to referrals and screenings is inputted correctly into the Heathy Families America Entrance to Exit log that is submitted for accreditation.

3. Initiates and conducts welcoming, quality, and engaging assessments for all families enrolling in the Healthy Families program in accordance with the core Healthy Families America model standards, including.

• Completing the validated Family Resilience and Opportunities for Growth (FROG) Scale with newly enrolling families.
• Helping families identify their family strengths and areas of need
• Ensuring the FROG assessments are completed prenatally or within 3 months of the infant's birth.
• Preparing each FROG for review by supervisor.
• Reviewing each FROG with supervisor.

4. Promotes the Healthy Families program by.

• Maintaining quality and positive relationships with referring organizations.
• Providing referring organizations follow up on every referral received, including whether or not the family declined services.
• Represents the program at formal community venues to promote the program and facilitate referrals.
• Attending monthly Community Advisory Boards to ensure close communication occurs between Healthy Families program and community resources.
• Collecting Memorandum of Understandings from formal community partners.

5. Maintains documentation of services, quality measurement tools, and tracking forms in accordance with the Health Families America model, including.

• Submitting monthly Family Assessment Worker reports by the third day of the month
• Maintaining the Referral Log submitted for accreditation.
• Maintain the Closure Log submitted for accreditation.
• Entering all screening, FROG, and Closure information onto tracking spreadsheets submitted for accreditation.
• Tracking all outreach and community event participation used in the accreditation process.

6. Maintains completion of required supervision, including.

• Ensuring weekly reflective supervision.
• Ensuring documentation and tracking information is prepared ahead of supervision for review.

7. Completes required trainings in accordance with Healthy Families America model standards, including completing.

• 28 hours of initial Foundations for Family Support Core Training.
• Annual Child Abuse and Neglect training.
• Annual service population-focused training.
• Annual McNabb Center Relias trainings, CPR and First Aid, and Handle with Care trainings.
• 15 hours of Infant Mental Health Training annually to maintain Endorsement.

8. Achieve and maintain Infant Mental Health Endorsement through the Tennessee Association of Infant Mental Health, including.

• If hired without an Endorsement, will submit application on Endorsement Application System, uphold Ethics Code, achieve mandatory references, and complete and submit 30 hours of required infant mental health training within first year of employment.
• Once Endorsement is achieved or if hired with an endorsement, will maintain endorsement every year but completing and submitting 15 continuing education hours and updating the Code of Ethics review process annually.

9. Takes an active role in ensuring the McNabb Center completes and maintains Healthy Families America Accreditation, including.

• Familiarizing self with the more than 150 required Policies and Procedures.
• Ensuring all documentation is maintained for accreditation.
• Ensuring trainings are maintained.
• Ensuring home visiting rates are tracked and home visits are completed.
• Completed accreditation interview.

10. Utilizes Reflective Practices in all aspects of work, which includes but is not limited to.

• Using the 7 Core Healthy Families America Reflective Strategies with all families during home visiting services.
• Maintaining interest in and the ability to see things from multiple points of view.
• Using an ecological perspective when working with families.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of infants, toddlers, and attachment and the ability to their relationships with their caregivers.
• Using self-awareness by being clear on one's own values and triggers and how these things influence their perceptions and interpretation of family needs and the impact on families.
• Maintaining a balanced and realistic view of relationships including positive and negative aspects.
• Talking about and thinking about relationships and personal feelings that arise during supervision.
• Considering another person's feelings, wants, needs, and states of mind so interactions and responses can be intentional.
• Ensuring if ruptures occur with a family, they are repaired.
• Taking responsibility for their own contributions and reactions to difficult situations.
• Tolerating ambiguity.
• Recognizing and taking action when one's self needs to be put in a more balanced state.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

COMPENSATION:

• Starting salary for this position is approximately $16.71 - $17.76 /hr based on relevant experience and education.

QUALIFICATIONS - Healthy Families Family Resource Specialist

Experience:

• One-year experience providing evidence-based home visiting services preferred.
• Experience working with young children and families required.

Education / Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• High school diploma and lived experience required if not Bachelor's Qualified.
• The Association of Infant Mental Health in Tennessee (AIMHITN) Infant Mental Health Endorsement preferred.
• Required to apply for AIMHITN Infant Mental Health Endorsement within the first year of employment if hired without endorsement.
• Training and knowledge in infant and early child development and parenting skills required.

Physical/Emotional/Social - Skills/Abilities:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have excellent communication skills with colleagues and clients.
• Must be able to build quality and caring relationships with clients where clients feel supported and heard.
• Must be able to maintain a trauma-informed approach when serving families.
• Must maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to engage in building reflective capacity.
• Must be able to manage a flexible schedule and multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use reflective practices in working with families.
• Must be able to work with diverse populations in culturally sensitive ways.
• Must have an F endorsement and be able to drive for work-related duties.
• Must be able to utilize a dependable vehicle for home visitation services.
• Certification and training in verbal de-escalation strategies required.

Location:

• Knox County, Tennessee

Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference!

Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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OSP Fiber Designer

Location: Remote

Are you a skilled Fiber Designer looking to make an impact? Join Sigma Technologies as a remote OSP Fiber Designer, specializing in FTTH, AutoCAD, and outside plant design for leading telecommunications projects. With a commitment to Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency, we offer a supportive and growth-oriented culture where you can thrive.

**To learn more about working at Sigma, view our career page.

**If you do not have OSP Fiber Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: **While we may list our Designer openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

Sigma Technologies has multiple Designer positions available that REQUIRE Outside Plant Fiber Design and/or Drafting Experience. For this role, we are providing FTTH, Joint Use and general OSP Overhead Fiber design services to power utility companies. We're in need of knowledgeable, already-skilled staff to join our program teams.

Note: This position can work remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg, OH for an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training period.

Position Description:

Designers perform outside plant overhead fiber design for telecommunications companies. Designers should have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in overhead fiber design and will rely on standards, instructions, and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. The Designer is expected to apply experience and knowledge to provide solutions when guidelines will not meet expected outcomes and be able to recommend new and/or improvements to documentation where needed.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO AS AN OSP DESIGNER AT SIGMA:

• Executes work orders for fielding and/or design of infrastructure while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints
• Performs 2-D Civil and/or Electrical type design in CAD (i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar program)
• Collects data by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording equipment and structures from the field and maps data collected
• Interprets general designs, data, and notes and applies established design guidelines, processes, and procedures
• Is capable of independent work on complex tasks within a competency
• Resolves problems encountered throughout the design process
• Collaborates with others (managers, designers, field techs, drafters, administration) to devise the best infrastructure solutions
• Performs kickoff/scope meetings within a given project, program, or customer to assist in specific types of route analysis, preparation of scope, and/or to assist in the preparation of bid documentation
• Performs research to identify pole ownership, right of way, property rights, and permit requirements and communicates with outside parties to obtain right-of-way approvals, and easements and coordinate the same
• Provides guidance to others for specific duties in software, processes, and procedures
• Provides quality control review
• Other duties as required

 Competencies/Skills: Telecommunications Fiber Designer | FTTH | Fiber to the Home | Fiber Optic Design | Outside Plant Design | OSP Design | Fiber Network Planning | AutoCAD | GIS Mapping | Splicing Diagrams | Aerial Fiber Design | Underground Fiber Design | Telecommunications Infrastructure | Fiber Route Analysis | Right-of-Way Permitting | Pole Loading Analysis | Microtrenching | FTTx Networks | PON Architecture | Fiber Optic Engineering | Design Standards | Telecommunications Construction | Network Optimization | Cable Pathway Design | CAD Software | Fiber Optic Drafting | Design Specifications 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• EDUCATION*: HS Diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate’s degree or higher is preferred but not required. *Management may consider other combinations of education as needed.
• EXPERIENCE*: 2+ years of demonstrated design experience in the Telecom Utility Industry. *Management may consider other combinations of education and experience as needed.
• Joint-use design experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design Programs, or similar CAD tools is required.
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering schematics
• Knowledge of construction and planning procedures
• Strong technical knowledge and skills
• Ability to learn and operate customer based proprietary software and other computer systems to expedite and facilitate the work order process
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Basic financial skills to assist in making sound business decisions
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Willing to travel overnight during the week
• Dependable transportation and valid driver’s license and insurance
• Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check
• Computer literate – especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Authorized to work in the United States

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time, including sitting at a desk and driving in a vehicle.
• Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
• Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must be able to work M-F 8-5 PM Eastern (7 AM-4 PM Central, 6 AM-3PM Mountain, 5 AM-2 PM Pacific)

WHAT WE OFFER: We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure! We offer you a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs

This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.

This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.

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Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer

Overhead Utility Pole Design • Joint-Use Engineering • NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work

Location: Kalamazoo, MI / Remote (U.S.)

Are you an experienced Power Distribution Designer or Make-Ready Designer looking to support meaningful utility engineering projects? Join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking skilled Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development. Useful design platforms include DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client-specific drafting systems.

In this role, you will review field/walkout data, evaluate existing attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make-ready requirements, and prepare accurate construction-ready deliverables. Applicants without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.

Note: This position is remote, but new hires must attend a 2-week paid, in-person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Execute overhead distribution and make-ready design work orders while meeting quality, time, and budget expectations
• Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes
• Perform end-to-end make-ready, joint-use, and/or general distribution design
• Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals)
• Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and ensure accurate deliverables
• Use design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems
• Perform quality control reviews when required
• Support additional duties as assigned

TOP COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Make-Ready Engineering, Joint-Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance, Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make-Ready Construction, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, Pole Replacement Design, Make-Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation, CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design, Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make-Ready

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone
• Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels

ABOUT SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ team members across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities with work that directly impacts communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.

*To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
* If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: *While Designer openings are listed in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one, as they are remote roles.

WHAT WE OFFER
We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure. We offer a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:

• No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs

This job advertisement is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This ad does not constitute an employment agreement, and job requirements may change based on organizational needs.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any classification protected by law.

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Project Manager - Make Ready Design

Location: Remote

Are you an experienced Power Utility Project Manager? If you are open to joining a supportive, passionate team, we have an attractive opportunity for you!

Please note: This position can work fully remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our main office located in Perrysburg, OH, for an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training period.

Note to applicants: This is not an Information Technology (IT) position.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO AS A PROJECT MANAGER AT SIGMA:

Core Description: The Project Manager manages small to large-scale complex projects from project initiation to project close-out. Liaises between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure proper communication, accurate and on-time reporting, and management of the schedule. The Project Manager is also responsible for maintaining and growing their client(s) accounts.

Project Leadership:

• Serve as a mentor and coach to assistant project managers, offering guidance and support.

Project Planning:

• Establish, track, and control project cost, scope, schedule, and budget to deliver assigned projects in accordance with contractual agreement.
• Creation of Proposals. Lead kickoff meetings and discovery calls. Works with the Project Engineer on scope, schedule, and budget
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phases of projects or programs in accordance with project management processes, policies, guidelines, and corporate governance.
• Develop high-level project workflow and ensure project scopes and milestone dates for all assigned projects.
• Provide project cost forecasting over the life of the project or program.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the successful delivery of products/services.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Prepare project change orders and/or correction actions in collaboration with the client, Project Engineer(s), and Operations Manager
• Monitor and report on key metrics, customer satisfaction, and performance against objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, agreements, and sales activities in the CRM system.

Project Closure:

• Ensure the orderly closure of projects, including finalizing all project activities, obtaining client acceptance, and conducting post-project evaluations.
• Document lessons learned and share best practices with the organization.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring financial goals are met.
• Project invoicing.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success and develop risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project life cycle.

Communication:

• Liaises between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables, requirements, schedules, cost, and meeting plans are communicated.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders. Provide regular project updates to management and team members.
• Lead project update calls and in-person meetings with external clients throughout the project life cycle.
• Monitor and manage expectations of communication between staff and external clients.

Customer/Client Relationship Management:

• Build and nurture client relationships, understanding their needs and business objectives.
• Build an understanding of the customer's organizational structure and decision-making process.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing inquiries and providing exceptional service.
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates, gather feedback, and troubleshoot any issues.
• Proactively identify opportunities to upsell or cross-sell additional offerings to existing customers.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and sales materials to clients as needed.
• Stay informed about industry trends and developments to provide value to clients.
• Contribute towards and execute on the strategic plan to target new business opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Education*: H.S. Diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required
• Experience*: 5+ years of relevant industry experience, 3+ years of Project Management experience *. Management may consider other education and/or work experience to be acceptable for appointment to this position.
• Project management certification preferred.
• Proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.
• Must be results-driven with a dedicated focus on achieving successful project performance, customer satisfaction, and organic sales growth.
• Demonstrated level of understanding of commonly used project management concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Available during the “core” work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand.
• Willing and able to travel regularly (20%-30%), which will include overnight travel
• Dependable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance
• Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods, including sitting at a desk and driving in a vehicle.
• Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods.
• Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas using spoken words and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
• Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.

Competencies/Skills: Project Management | Utility Industry | Electrical Power Distribution | Power Distribution Design | Budget Management | Risk Management | Client Relationship Management | Team Collaboration | Project Planning | Schedule Management | Financial Management | Communication Skills | Project Forecasting | Project Cost Control | Stakeholder Communication | Risk Mitigation | Strategic Planning | Industry Trends | Regulatory Compliance | Safety Standards | Resource Allocation | CAD Software | GIS Systems | Utility Standards | Substation Design | Distribution Automation | Load Analysis | Project Manager | Power Distribution Manager | Electrical Project Manager | Utility Project Manager | Design Project Manager | Distribution Design Manager | Electrical Engineer | Power Systems Engineer | Utility Engineer

About Sigma Technologies

Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped create a positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.

**To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page. **If you do not have Project Management experience, please refer to our other open positions: **While we list our openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one, as most are remote.

This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.

This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.

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At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

Join our Internal Constrcution Crew (ICC) in Delavan, WI!

The Fiber Construction Technician performs the general labor associated with outside plant construction for PON/fiber optic networks. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with the installation of communications facilities (both buried and aerial). Work is performed in accordance with state and local regulations in a safe manner.

This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus! (Payout terms apply)

Training:

As a Fiber Construction Technician, you will have the opportunity to obtain a Class A CDL through our in-house training program. You will attend safety training at one of our new facilities where you will also be trained on Pole Climbing and Bucket Trucks. On-the-job training includes exposure to various construction equipment including Directional Drill Rigs, Mini Excavators, Trenchers, and Locators. Fiber optic training includes Fusion Splicing, Fault Detection, and exposure to OTDRs and other advanced testing equipment.

The duration of training varies based on the team assignment. Training for underground teams is 3 weeks, with an additional 1 week required for aerial training. Depending on factors such as market needs, prior skills, and team size, some individuals may only complete underground training, while others may undergo the full 4-week program, including aerial training.

**This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.  For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.**

• Performs general construction labor in various weather conditions while utilizing safety fundamentals.
  • Assists with and performs the transportation of required construction equipment to and from the worksite.
  • Assists with and performs the placement of new aerial and buried fiber according to maps, staking sheets, and locate markings.
  • Uses hand tools, cable locators, and test equipment.
  • Installs and/or sets enclosures (buried and aerial) vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
  • Climbs poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed; uses bucket truck when required.
  • Marks/labels fiber optic and/or copper facilities.
  • Uses dispatching application and associated tools.
  • Assists with fiber splicing and repairs.
  • Assists with outside plant preventative maintenance.
• Services, cleans, maintains, and repairs equipment.
• Completes all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Provides assistance to field services technicians, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in any combination of the following areas: customer service, electrical or utility construction, -OR-technical certification (or higher) -OR- current military service, or prior military service with honorable discharge.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines in order to meet TDS’s business needs including but not limited to our obligations to our customers and to our customers’ needs.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL. A current CDL is preferred at hire, but TDS will train and certify eligible associates through its in-house CDL certification program after hire.
• Physical requirements may vary based on company needs: Ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed. Ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.
• Upon hire, must successfully pass all components of the Safety Training course curriculum.
• Upon hire, must successfully complete customer-specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by the customer.
• Horizontal directional drilling experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of telecommunication products and services.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• May require occasional travel.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed. May be required to work various/swing shifts as business needs dictate.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role involves frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly (occasionally over 100 pounds). Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and depth perception.

Work conditions often include outdoor weather, attics, crawl spaces, and high-risk areas like high voltage zones, trenches, and manholes. Exposure to heavy equipment, fumes, vibration, extreme temperatures, and loud noise is common.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs 

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time 

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. Visit  to learn more! 

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Groundperson

US-PA-Hawley

Job ID: 2026-2896
Type: Regular Full-Time
Category: Quarry
Hawley Quarry

Overview

Hawley Quarry, a division of H&K Group, Inc., is looking for a Groundperson to support plant production and maintenance as well as other daily operations, including operating a water truck. The ideal candidate is safety focused, action oriented, pays attention to detail, and excels at teamwork. A CDL license is not required.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits

• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan

• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs

• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies

• Perform plant maintenance

• Maintain clean work areas including catwalks, walk-ways and general plant area

• Proactively learn plant functions and operations

• Obtain all knowledge to complete assigned tasks

• Take direction from and work in a team with all other site personnel

• Cross train to learn all jobs of plant and be able to substitute when necessary

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR related experience and/or training

  • A combination of education and experience may be considered

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed

• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• 3+ months related experience

• Experience operating heavy equipment

  • Strong preference for Loader operation experience

• Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting

• MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand and walk

• Frequently required to:

  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

  • Reach with hands and arms

  • Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

  • Talk or hear

• Occasionally required to sit

• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally

• Specific vision needs include depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to

  • Moving mechanical parts

  • Outside weather conditions

• Frequently exposed to

  • High, precarious places

  • Fumes or airborne particles

  • Vibration

• Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock

• Noise level is usually loud

H&K Group, Inc.’s Hawley Quarry (formerly Atkinson Materials) has been providing crushed stone products to Wayne and Pike counties in PA and the adjoining Sullivan County, NY region since 2002. We produce a full line of construction aggregate, manufactured sand, dimension stone and rip rap materials.

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR related experience and/or training

  • A combination of education and experience may be considered

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed

• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• 3+ months related experience

• Experience operating heavy equipment

  • Strong preference for Loader operation experience

• Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting

• MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand and walk

• Frequently required to:

  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

  • Reach with hands and arms

  • Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

  • Talk or hear

• Occasionally required to sit

• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally

• Specific vision needs include depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to

  • Moving mechanical parts

  • Outside weather conditions

• Frequently exposed to

  • High, precarious places

  • Fumes or airborne particles

  • Vibration

• Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock

• Noise level is usually loud

H&K Group, Inc.’s Hawley Quarry (formerly Atkinson Materials) has been providing crushed stone products to Wayne and Pike counties in PA and the adjoining Sullivan County, NY region since 2002. We produce a full line of construction aggregate, manufactured sand, dimension stone and rip rap materials.

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Pre-employment Physical

Compensation details: 22-34 Hourly Wage

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