Job Summary
We are seeking energetic and skilled Underground Fiber Drillers to join our dynamic construction team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently drilling underground pathways for fiber optic cables, ensuring seamless installation of telecommunications infrastructure. Your expertise in heavy equipment operation and mechanical knowledge will be essential to navigate challenging terrains and maintain safety standards on-site. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge fiber optic networks while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Underground Fiber Construction Specialist and be at the forefront of building vital telecommunication infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing underground fiber optic cables that power internet, telephony, and data networks. Your expertise will help connect communities and enable cutting-edge communication services. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and contribute to essential IT infrastructure projects in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
Duties
Compensation based on experience and driver's license. Very rich benefit plan and you are home every night. No out of state travel. Plenty of opportunities for advancement. Newer equipment.
Some of the responsibilities based on the position:
- Operate heavy equipment such as trenchers, backhoes, and bucket trucks to excavate trenches for fiber optic cable installation
- Use hand tools and power tools to prepare trenches, lay cables, and secure connections according to schematics and technical specifications
- Perform fiber splicing with precision to ensure optimal signal transmission and network performance
- Install cabling in underground conduits, manholes, and handholes following telecommunication standards and safety protocols
- Conduct site inspections, including climbing structures when necessary, to verify proper installation and adherence to schematics
- Utilize computer networking knowledge to troubleshoot low voltage systems, LAN (Local Area Network), Ethernet connections, and WAN (Wide Area Network) infrastructure
- Maintain detailed records of construction activities, including diagrams, schematics, and progress reportsExperience
- Proven field service experience in underground fiber construction or related telecommunication projects.
- Hands-on experience operating heavy equipment such as bucket trucks, trenchers, or similar machinery.
- Skilled in fiber splicing techniques and cabling installation for telecommunication networks.
- Knowledge of electrical systems, low voltage wiring, network infrastructure, and IT components such as switches and routers.
- Familiarity with schematics, technical drawings, and construction plans for fiber optic deployment.
- Ability to work safely at heights through climbing training or experience with elevated structures.
- Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and proper use of power tools and hand toolsThis role is ideal for motivated individuals passionate about building reliable network infrastructure.
- If you thrive in a physically active environment that demands technical skill and attention to detail—while ensuring safety at every step—this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the telecommunications industry.
Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
