Entry Level Construction Jobs in Ridgeland, SC (NOW HIRING)

Description
Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 0-25%
Compensation: Hourly (Non-Exempt) / Production Pay
Company Profile:
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary:
As a Ground Hand, you will support construction crews by performing manual labor tasks and assisting Linemen with the preparation, movement, and installation of materials and equipment. You will help maintain safe and efficient job site operations while learning foundational skills for career progression in line construction. In this role, your customers are Congruex field construction teams, and you will contribute to project success through teamwork, safety, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
• Assist Linemen with loading, unloading, organizing, and preparing tools, materials, and equipment at job sites
• Perform manual labor tasks such as digging, tamping, cutting brush, cleaning trucks, and moving materials as directed
• Support traffic control and maintain safe work zone operations
• Operate or assist with company vehicles and equipment when required
• Maintain awareness of unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective actions
• Support physically demanding construction activities in outdoor environments
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs
Required Qualifications:
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license required; Class A preferred
• OSHA 10 certification required
Experience
• Entry-level construction or utility field experience preferred
• Experience in outdoor labor-intensive environments is a plus
Skills and Abilities
• Ability to take direction and follow instructions from supervisors
• Strong teamwork and communication skills using verbal, radio, and hand signals
• Ability to identify unsafe conditions and follow safety procedures
• Self-motivated with strong attendance and punctuality
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and lift heavy materials
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous utility, telecom, or construction field experience
• CDL Class A license
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 40-90 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders for extended periods
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions and confined spaces
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed
• Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment and wear all required PPE
Congruex Culture & Benefits:
Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more
Additional Employment Information:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.