Underground Utility Worker

CALLING ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITY WORKERS!

We are looking to hire Laborers, Operators, Fiber Jetters, Fiber Splicers, Locators, Foremen, Project Supervisors, etc. – all positions within the telecommunications construction industry.

No experience necessary; driver’s license preferred. On the job training provided, with great benefits! Pay range is based on position selected, experience level, and license class – contact us directly for more details!

Visit our website (www.tdicable.com) for more detail on each position – general overview of each position provided below.

Laborer Responsibilities:

• Dig potholes, trenching, and other excavation work
• Load/Unload materials, tools, and equipment
• Assist Operators with drill direction
• Conduct restoration at work sites

Operator Responsibilities:

• Identify underground utilities; familiar with utility locate markings
• Safely excavate with provided equipment
• Navigate underground utility infrastructure to properly install fiber optic cable

Fiber Jetter Responsibilities:

• Once excavation is complete, install fiber optic cable via jetting process
• Operate fiber jetting equipment in a safe manner
• Accurately record footage of installed fiber optic cable

Fiber Splicer Responsibilities:

• Splice, repair, rearrange, and terminate cable facilities
• Install required splice capsules and hardware
• Knowledgeable of cable size, gauge, count, and colors of cable direction

Locator Responsibilities:

• Identify and map location/depth of utilities such as water, sewer, gas, cable, oil, electric, telephone, fiber optic, etc.
• Assist in the placing of OSP facilities: including aerial, bury, and underground facilities

Foreman Responsibilities:

• Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
• Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
• Supervise and assist with the use of machinery/equipment

Project Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Ensure crews work together to deliver quality work on strict deadlines
• Monitor construction processes and provide training as necessary
• Collaborate with vendors, site inspectors, managers, and subcontractors

Requirements for All Positions:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in underground utility construction (not required for Laborer position)
• Ability to work in a team setting as part of a construction crew
• Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 lbs.
• Good physical condition and stamina
• Knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, OSHA, and FMCSA/DOT guidelines preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cold Spring, MN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• For which position are you applying?

1. Laborer
2. Operator
3. Fiber Jetter
4. Fiber Splicer
5. Locator
6. Foreman
7. Project Supervisor
8. Other

• Drivers must be 21 years or older to drive Interstate.
• We conduct pre-screen phone interviews to start. What is the best phone number to reach you?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)
• CDL A (Preferred)

Work Location: One location