Technician 1 (Laborer)

Full Time

Hayden, ID

Network Connex has been serving the telecom industry for more than 20 years, Network Connex accelerates the performance of fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, cable MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises. We offer a full range of turnkey capabilities through seasoned professionals in all ranks to provide our customers with a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Our services include state-of-the-art design and engineering; wireless and fiber construction; fiber placement, testing, and acceptance; construction management; and integration.  

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a robust set of benefits from health, dental, vision, short & long-term disability and more. What sets us apart is you are eligible to participate in our benefits programs the first of the month following your start date. One of the shortest benefits eligibility waiting periods in the industry! Our Vanguard 401(k) plan comes with a 5% company match, which you are immediately vested in, and you can start participating at the same time as all the other benefits! We have 10 (ten) paid company holidays, a generous PTO (Paid Time-Off) accrual schedule, and robust health & wellness programs that can help you earn discounts on your health premiums and more! We go beyond base compensation and give you total rewards!  

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting Drill Operator in locating drill head and drilling in accordance with blueprints. Verify locate marks and confirm location of existing facilities. Assist with clean-up and other duties as assigned. The technician is responsible for maintaining equipment per manufacturer’s specifications and safety guidelines.

Roles and Responsibilities: 

Ensures safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities.

 • Perform duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment. 

• Reads utility, locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities. 

• Ensures all applicable permits and locates are complete and on site.

 • Inspect the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications. 

• Operates vehicles and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified. 

• Leads team in the field effectively and efficiently as needed and directed by supervisor.

Skills:

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions. 

• Capacity to read and understand blueprints; knowledge of utility depths and placements; general knowledge of construction practices is required 

• Ability to work in trenches, manholes, tunnels and confined spaces in work settings with moderate to loud noise levels 

• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift 

• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling

 • Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions 

• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers

• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy

 • English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports 

• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education:

 • High school diploma or equivalent desired

 • Experience working with underground utilities desired 

• CDL A is a plus

 • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications: 

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.

 • Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

EEOC-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon accepting an offer, all candidates must pass a background check and drug screening.