Underground Fiber Drop Installation Technician

We are excited to announce our search for individuals with acute attention to detail with a strong ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively and efficiently. We are looking for individuals with a keen ability to thrive in a growing and fast-paced environment who have leadership traits and a desire for personal and professional growth. As one of our Installation Professionals, you will have the pleasure of working for an amazing and rapidly growing company with many opportunities for advancement. Our team members enjoy friendly relationships, professionalism, and a team atmosphere.

Diversified Solutions Infrastructure (DSI), a Local Underground Utility/HDD Contractor, is looking to hire Underground Fiber Drop Installers for work in St Anthony, ID. Underground Fiber Drop Installers will operate vibratory Plows and other equipment as assigned as part of a crew on projects of various complexities and perform site work duties. Apply Today!

Benefits

DSI offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with employer match (based on years of service)
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Your Opportunity Awaits

DSI is a company that offers so much more than great pay and benefits. We offer, encourage, and help you craft your own path to greatness. We are headquartered in Phoenix, AZ and have satellite offices in Missoula, MT & St. Anthony, ID. DSI has the experience and the ability to handle the placement of both mainline and service lines for phones, internet, cable, power, sewer, water, gas or irrigation on any project. Combined with the methods of directional drilling, plowing, cable pulling, aerial installation and fiber jetting, we also have the expertise to trench or open cut utility line installations.

Job Description:

Perform underground installation of fiber or copper drops from main service connections to exteriors of residences and businesses in a manner that aligns with the Company Culture, Mission, Vision, Values, Virtues, Policies, Procedures, while meeting Safety and Installation Quality standards and providing an exceptional delivery of service that reflects the Company Brand Standards. Perform installations of underground cable using the required associated equipment such as but not limited to locators, trenching machines, vibratory plows, and boring attachments as required in residential and commercial environments. Interacts with the end-user to coordinate the routing and proper installation of all equipment and devices.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for observance and compliance of all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Safely, efficiently install underground cables in residential and commercial environments meeting all company and Partner specifications.
• Use best practices for the installation of underground wiring so as not to violate local building codes.
• Maintain an understanding of company policies & procedures.
• Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer.
• Complete work according to company specifications & quality standards.
• Manage worksite according to high safety standards, including setting up traffic control signage and following safety procedures with all work equipment.
• Locate existing buried copper and fiber facilities and comply with 811 requirements (OneCall) before any digging projects, properly identifying other utility flags and safely working around other utilities.
• Uphold company conduct standards
• Participate in field marketing efforts as directed by management.
• Clean, maintain, and organize stock for company vehicles and prepare equipment to safely perform required duties and reflect the highest brand standards.
• Meet Company Completion & Productivity Rate targets.
• Complete and maintain records as required, including completion of all required information on work orders to ensure details. of work are recorded accurately for entry into Company systems.
• Keep accurate records of materials used on a per job basis.
• Load reel trailers with strand, fiber, or cable as required.
• Complete work in accordance with Company Compliance requirements.
• Bury cable and conduit systems, by operating blowing, plowing, digging, boring, and trenching equipment and pulling fiber and cable through conduit systems.
• Participate in ongoing educational opportunities in order to maintain current knowledge of fiber network operations, technology changes and matters as they relate to the position needs (will attend specified training classes and or seek certifications when required).
• Make recommendations to the Project Manager or Installation Manager regarding opportunities for process improvement and or problem resolution when independent action would exceed the scope of individual authority.
• Work with FTTH Installation Manager and FTTH FSP to maintain current knowledge of specifications and quality.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of various technologies, devices, and equipment used in the course of the position’s normal responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean and organized company vehicle both internally and externally.
• Learn and follow safety regulations. Safe operation of equipment is a must; negligent and/or abusive operation will not be tolerated
• Promptly report any mechanical or safety problem with the equipment in accordance with company procedures
• Perform job responsibilities safely under various working conditions
• Understand the value of teamwork and communications necessary to operate onsite functions
• Perform a daily equipment walk-around inspection and preventive maintenance responsibilities
• Perform other duties as assigned in order to fulfill the objectives of the company and this position.

Equipment Operator Working Conditions:

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on the time of year, heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat and safety glasses at all times)
• Able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required
• Work on uneven surfaces

Physical Functions and Duties:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead
• Must be able to operate Trenching Equipment
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
• Possess good vision (normal or corrected)
• Possess good hearing (normal or corrected)

DSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

The compensation estimate displayed below represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• fiber jetting/blowing: 1 year (Preferred)
• pulling/placement fiber: 1 year (Preferred)
• Utility Installation: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Anthony, ID: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $26