Underground Utility Worker – Des Moines, IA
TD&I CABLE
DES MOINES, IA
Job Details
ONET Code:
49-9051.00
Job Posted:
March 24, 2025
Summary
Underground Utility Worker – Des Moines, IA TD&I Cable 6375 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313 Description: CALLING ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITY WORKERS! We are looking to hire Laborers, Operators, Fiber Jetters, Locators, Foremen, Project Supervisors, etc. – all positions within the telecommunications construction industry. No experience necessary; driver’s license required. 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 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: 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-timePay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 – 70 per week