Underground Construction Tech I

City of Loveland • Loveland, CO

7d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The primary functions of an Underground Construction Technician I/II are to install and maintain the underground conduit, vaults, and handholes safely and efficiently. Duties for this position can be physically demanding and require working in an outdoor construction setting. This opportunity will be open until filled with first readings beginning July 30, 2026. A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred. Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 1-year previous experience in labor or trades.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Communicate in a positive and friendly manner with coworkers, supervisors and general public.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers and supervisor.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate a variety of light, medium and heavy construction equipment.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of standard and emergency operating procedures.
• Inspect and determine status of equipment and unit processes using audio, visual, aromatic and tactile indicators.
• Interpret and apply City policies and safety regulations.
• Digging, sweeping, raking various landscaping materials.
• Incumbent is subject to on-call and call-back work and must be capable of responding to emergency situations upon short notice.
• Mandatory duty rotation will include after-hours and weekend work and must be able to make competent decisions while on duty.
• May be required to be available by cellular phone 7 days a week.
• Incumbent must be able to respond within 30-minutes when called.

Nice To Haves

• Required Level II: 2-years previous experience in labor or trades.

Responsibilities

• Performs installation of handholes, pedestals and Fiber optic cables for new and upgrade Broadband services.
• Troubleshoot all aspects of the conduit network to ensure the successful installation of Pulse’s underground fiber-optic network.
• Accurately locate underground cable and duct using cable locator and other methods.
• Performs various labor activities, including running equipment, installing wire, digging trenches.
• Operate trucks, small equipment, hand and power tools.
• Enter and track daily work completion through work management system and other computer programs and communicates job activity progress.
• Maintains dialogue and relationships with the public and city staff on a constructive level by employing effective interpersonal skills.
• Works as an effective part of team by responding to change and special needs with flexibility and in a positive manner and by taking initiative to resolve conflicts with others independently.
• Maintain on-call responsibilities relating to emergency restoration as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED