Broadband Laborer

City of Pharr; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement

Job summary

City of Pharr invites a Full-Time Broadband Laborer to join our team, supporting underground fiber placement and conduit work. You will load materials, operate trenchers and mini excavators, and help restore sites while ensuring safety and quality.

You will work onsite with a dedicated Fiber Manager, close work orders, upload photos, and assist with running fiber/cabling as needed to expand community connectivity. Background check required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fiber optic extension, repair and maintenance methods.
• Familiarity with safety hazards and precautions in field work.
• Ability to make sound judgments and resolve problems.
• Strong written and oral communication with city departments and customers.

Responsibilities

• Load and deliver materials and operate hand tools and equipment.
• Run fiber and network cables as needed; assist team with manual labor and site restoration.
• Close work orders and upload photos as directed by the Fiber Manager.

Skills

Fiber optics know-how

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Trenchers

Mini excavators

Trenchless piercing tools

Utility trailer

Job description

Join us as a Full-Time Broadband Laborer in the vibrant City of Pharr, TX! This onsite role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of enhancing connectivity in our community. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values problem-solving and innovation, working directly with essential infrastructure that impacts everyday lives. With a competitive pay of $30,000.00, this position allows you to make a tangible difference while ensuring customer satisfaction in every task. Embrace the chance to grow within a professional, energetic environment that prioritizes forward-thinking solutions.

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and Retirement. Take the leap into a rewarding career path where your contributions matter and community engagement is paramount.

What's your day like?

As a Full-Time Broadband Laborer with the City of Pharr, you will play a vital role in the execution of construction tasks crucial for underground telecommunications cable and fiber placement. Your responsibilities will include loading and delivering materials, operating various hand tools and mechanical equipment such as trenchers, mini excavators, and trenchless piercing tools. Collaboration is key, as you will assist team members in manual labor activities and contribute to site restoration efforts, ensuring high‑quality standards are met. Additionally, you will operate a utility trailer for transporting essential equipment and materials, while also completing administrative duties like closing work orders and uploading photos as directed by the Fiber Manager. This position will require you to run fiber and network cables as needed, allowing you to directly impact our community’s connectivity and innovation.

Requirements for this Broadband Laborer job

To excel as a Full-Time Broadband Laborer with the City of Pharr, you will need a comprehensive skill set that aligns with our commitment to customer‑centricity and innovation. A solid understanding of the methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in the extension, repair, and maintenance of fiber optic networks and conduit systems is essential. Familiarity with occupational hazards and safety precautions, combined with the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision‑making and problem resolution, will help ensure a safe and efficient work environment. Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, are vital for addressing inquiries or complaints from city departments, outside organizations, customers, or citizens.

The ability to operate necessary equipment, manage tasks under pressure, and produce accurate results is crucial in this fast‑paced role. A strong customer‑service orientation and a friendly attitude will foster positive interactions, reinforcing our mission to enhance community connectivity.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Knowledge on the methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in the extension, repair and maintenance of fiber optic networks and conduit systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision making to resolve problems.
• Ability to use sound judgement to respond to inquiries or complaints from city departments, outside organizations, customers, or citizens.
• Ability to operate equipment necessary for the job.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and stringent schedules and produce accurate and satisfactory results.
• Able to communicate effectively, at all levels both orally and in writing.
• Capable of working in a fast‑paced environment and effectively managing tasks/projects.
• Must be customer‑service oriented, always have a customer friendly attitude.

Make your move

We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Let's work together to make great things happen!

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.