Fiber Optic Underground Installer

Bigham Cable Construction; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Legal insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

Bigham Cable Construction, Inc. is seeking a Laborer II for its Telecom Underground team in the United States. You will perform advanced manual labor installing underground fiber optic cabling for FTTH deployments, operating digging tools and heavy equipment while following safety procedures.

You must be able to work overtime, weekends, and outdoors in various weather conditions. This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable performance on remote and congested sites.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the United States for this company.
• Valid drivers license with a minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Experience with using a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work overtime, after hours, and on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Install underground fiber optic telecommunications cabling for FTTH deployment projects.
• Use hand tools to hand bury fiber cabling in customers' yards.
• Operate or work around equipment like air compressors and boring equipment to deploy FTTH drops.
• Refer to maps and 811 locating markings to determine best path through yards.
• Maintain safe contact with crew and bystanders to ensure coordination and safety.

Skills

Able to operate manual digging tools

Effective communication

Physical stamina and endurance

Driver's license with 2+ years driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shovels

Pneumatic boring equipment

Air compressors

Job description

Bigham Cable Construction, Inc. is seeking a Laborer II for its Telecom Underground team in the United States. You will perform advanced manual labor installing underground fiber optic cabling for FTTH deployments, operating digging tools and heavy equipment while following safety procedures.

You must be able to work overtime, weekends, and outdoors in various weather conditions. This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable performance on remote and congested sites.