Fiber Optic Field Technician — Ground & Line

Swyft Fiber; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Professional development opportunities

Stable regional company environment

Job summary

Swyft Fiber is seeking a Line/Ground Worker in Carlyss, LA to support telecom construction, installation, maintenance, and repair crews. You will assist with fiber optic tasks, site prep, and safety compliance in outdoor environments.

The role requires physical stamina, flexibility for varied schedules, and travel to multiple job sites. A high school diploma is preferred, with prior construction or utility experience a plus. Company offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous construction, telecommunications, utility, electrical, or general labor experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and equipment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening and meet company safety requirements.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to travel to assigned job sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist line and construction crews with the installation, maintenance, repair, and removal of telecommunications facilities.
• Assist with the placement, handling, securing, and preparation of fiber optic cable, conduit, poles, hardware, and other construction materials.
• Prepare and maintain work areas for construction and maintenance activities.
• Assist with digging, trenching, boring, pulling cable, backfilling, and other ground-related construction activities as directed.
• Load, unload, transport, and organize tools, materials, and equipment at job sites.
• Safely operate hand tools and other equipment for which the employee has been trained and authorized.
• Assist with setting up and maintaining traffic control, work-zone signage, cones, barriers, and other safety equipment as required.
• Assist with locating and identifying underground utilities and other existing infrastructure.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the workday.
• Properly secure tools, materials, equipment, and work areas at the completion of work.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and experienced line and construction personnel.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, property damage, accidents, injuries, and near misses.
• Perform basic maintenance and care of company tools, vehicles, and equipment as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with crew members, contractors, property owners, customers, and other personnel encountered in the field.
• Assist with emergency restoration and service outage activities, including work outside of normal business hours when required.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Swyft Fiber is seeking a Line/Ground Worker in Carlyss, LA to support telecom construction, installation, maintenance, and repair crews. You will assist with fiber optic tasks, site prep, and safety compliance in outdoor environments.

The role requires physical stamina, flexibility for varied schedules, and travel to multiple job sites. A high school diploma is preferred, with prior construction or utility experience a plus. Company offers competitive benefits.