Broadband Laborer

City of Pharr•Pharr, TX

85d•Onsite

About The Position

The Full-Time Broadband Laborer works onsite for the City of Pharr in Pharr, Texas, performing construction tasks for underground telecommunications cable and fiber placement. The role supports the extension, repair, and maintenance of fiber optic networks and conduit systems and contributes to community connectivity and customer satisfaction. The laborer loads and delivers materials; operates hand tools and mechanical equipment, including trenchers, mini excavators, and trenchless piercing tools; assists coworkers with manual labor; and helps restore work sites. The position also involves operating a utility trailer to transport equipment and materials, running fiber and network cables as needed, and completing administrative tasks such as closing work orders and uploading photos as directed by the Fiber Manager. A thorough criminal background check is required because of the sensitivity of information handled by the position.

Requirements

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in the extension, repair, and maintenance of fiber optic networks and conduit systems.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions to resolve problems.
Ability to respond appropriately to inquiries or complaints from city departments, outside organizations, customers, or citizens.
Ability to operate equipment necessary for the job.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and stringent schedules and produce accurate, satisfactory results.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing at all levels.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage tasks and projects effectively.
Customer-service orientation and a friendly attitude.
Must pass a thorough criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Perform construction tasks for underground telecommunications cable and fiber placement.
Load and deliver materials.
Operate hand tools and mechanical equipment, including trenchers, mini excavators, and trenchless piercing tools.
Assist team members with manual labor activities.
Contribute to site restoration and ensure work meets quality standards.
Operate a utility trailer to transport equipment and materials.
Close work orders and upload photos as directed by the Fiber Manager.
Run fiber and network cables as needed.