OSP Technician

ByVerTek; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

11 company-observed holidays

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Basic life/AD&D insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Voluntary long-term disability

Flexible Spending accounts

401(k)

Company Bonus Program

Job summary

ByVerTek seeks an experienced OSP Technician to support underground fiber construction projects. You will perform hands-on fieldwork, pull/blow fiber optic cable, install conduits, assist with splicing, and transport materials in dynamic outdoor environments.

The role requires endurance for outdoor work, strict safety compliance, and the ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding OSP work outdoors.
• Willingness to work in trenches and around construction equipment.
• Basic safety practices and ability to follow instructions in English.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality with a strong work ethic.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical OSP fieldwork supporting underground fiber construction activities.
• Pull and blow fiber optic cable through underground conduit systems.
• Assist with conduit installation, handholes, vaults, and fiber placement.
• Support fiber splicing operations, including preparation and troubleshooting.
• Load, unload, stage, and transport fiber reels and materials.
• Prepare construction sites by removing debris and hazards.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Dig, trench, lift, carry, and perform material handling as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and report issues to supervisors.
• Follow OSHA and client safety policies and procedures.

Skills

OSP fieldwork

English communication

Valid driver's license

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Job description

To help us in our mission to professionalize and innovate telecom construction, ByVerTek is now seeking an experienced and safety-focused OSP Technician to support underground outside plant (OSP) fiber construction projects. In this role, you will perform hands‑on fieldwork supporting the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of underground fiber optic infrastructure, helping ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to quality standards. The OSP Technician plays a critical role in advancing underground fiber‑to‑the‑home (FTTH) deployments by working closely with field crews, equipment operators, and supervisors in dynamic outdoor environments. Join us and be a key player in expanding and optimizing our fiber optic network to provide reliable connectivity to our customers in Indiantown, FL.

If you are looking for an opportunity to exercise your talents in a dynamic and fast‑moving organization poised for rapid growth—where performance and initiative are rewarded—we urge you to apply!

We are specifically seeking candidates with prior experience working in UG FTTH (Underground Fiber‑to‑the‑Home) environments, preferably with Hexatronic fiber optics.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform physical OSP fieldwork supporting underground fiber construction activities.
• Pull and blow fiber optic cable through underground conduit systems.
• Assist with conduit installation, handholes, vaults, and fiber placement.
• Support fiber splicing operations, including preparation, organization, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with identifying, reporting, and resolving fiber and conduit issues as directed.
• Load, unload, stage, and transport fiber reels, conduit, and construction materials.
• Prepare and maintain construction sites by removing debris, hazards, and obstructions.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform manual labor tasks including digging, trenching, lifting, carrying, and material handling.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members regarding progress, issues, and safety concerns.
• Assist equipment operators and management as needed.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and client safety policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to perform physically demanding OSP work, including lifting heavy materials, pulling fiber, and working outdoors in varying conditions.
• Willingness to work in trenches, confined spaces, and around active construction equipment.
• Basic understanding of underground construction and jobsite safety practices.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as an OSP Technician, underground fiber laborer, or telecom construction worker.
• Experience pulling and/or blowing fiber optic cable.
• Exposure to fiber splicing environments, conduit systems, and underground plant infrastructure.
• Basic knowledge of fiber troubleshooting, repair support, or testing.
• Experience working with Hexatonic fiber optics (strongly preferred).
• OSHA 10‑hour or 30‑hour construction safety certification.
• Excavation or underground utility experience is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented outdoor environment.
• Military experience is a plus.

Working Conditions & Exposure

• Primarily field‑based role requiring regular travel to job sites.
• Work performed outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and moderate noise levels.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on project needs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods.
• Ability to safely navigate active construction environments.
• Capability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as part of normal field activities.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during inspections and site supervision.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction drawings, maps, and digital displays.
• Manual dexterity required to operate tools, equipment, and computer devices.
• Ability to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety vest, gloves, and protective eyewear, and lead safe construction processes by example to prevent injury prevention (i.e., vehicle use, construction processes, bending and lifting safety).

About Us:

As fiber build experts, ByVerTek provides turnkey services for broadband infrastructure projects where failure is not an option. From design, engineering and locating, to aerial and underground construction and fiber‑to‑the‑home fulfillment, we help digital providers build, upgrade, and maintain the physical infrastructure for delivering high‑speed Internet, video, voice, wireless and IoT services – from residential and commercial builds to statewide fiber network expansions. Our dedication to do it all correctly, safely, on time and on budget has earned us ongoing business from many of the biggest names in the industry. For additional information, please review our website at www.ByVerTek.com.

We Offer Our Employees:

• Paid Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Eleven (11) Company‑observed Holidays per year
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company‑paid Short‑term disability coverage and Basic Company Paid Life/AD & D insurance
• Voluntary Life insurance coverage for employees and their families
• Voluntary Long‑Term disability coverage
• Supplemental benefits plans to assist with out‑of‑pocket expenses
• Flexible Spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Company Bonus Program

EEO Statement:

ByVerTek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.