Underground Fiber Optic Laborer

CK Contractors & Development • Lebanon, VA

8d • $16 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Underground Fiber Optic Laborer supports the installation and maintenance of underground fiber optic infrastructure. This role involves hands-on, physically demanding work, assisting with trenching, conduit installation, and cable placement. Candidates must be dependable, safety-focused, and able to work effectively as part of a crew in outdoor environments.

Requirements

• Previous experience in underground utility construction, fiber optic installation, or general construction is preferred but not required
• Willingness to learn and follow directions in a fast-paced work environment
• Basic knowledge of construction practices and tools
• Knowledge of fiber optic color codes is a plus but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior construction, fiber optic, or underground utility experience is helpful but not mandatory
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and other environmental elements
• Position requires physically demanding labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials weighing 50 pounds or more
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in trenches for extended periods
• Exposure to construction equipment, noise, dust, uneven terrain, and active job sites
• Strong emphasis on job site safety and adherence to company and OSHA safety standards
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in underground utility construction, fiber optic installation, or general construction
• Knowledge of fiber optic color codes

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor related to underground fiber optic construction, including trenching, backfilling, laying conduit, and pulling fiber optic cable
• Assist with job site setup and cleanup, including locating and verifying existing utilities using maps, markings, and flagging
• Operate and assist with construction tools and equipment as directed
• Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Follow all OSHA and company safety policies, including participation in daily safety meetings and proper use of required PPE
• Assist with basic maintenance and care of tools and equipment
• Work closely with crew members and communicate effectively with supervisors
• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude when interacting with coworkers, property owners, and the public

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Safe work environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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