Outdoor Fiber Optic Construction Laborer (Travel Required)

Visionary Communications Llc; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Visionary Communications, Inc. is seeking an Outside Plant Underground Laborer to join our fiber construction team in Wyoming. This full-time, hourly role supports trenching, utility locate, and site prep, with travel across the region as needed.

Employee safety and adherence to standards are essential, working outdoors in varying conditions. Candidate will operate hand and power tools, handle materials, and coordinate with field crews under supervision of the Fiber Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy machinery such as forklift, excavator, or hydro-vac.
• Valid driver’s license and CDL eligibility.
• Ability to drive with a trailer.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail oriented with safety focus.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background screen.
• Willingness to travel across a large service area.
• Able to lift/push/pull/carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable working in a loud environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, prepare sites, dig trenches, and set supports.
• Dig trenches, backfill excavations, or compact earth per specs.
• Perform strenuous manual labor in road/highway environments to prepare sites.
• Locate underground utilities and identify hazards.
• Conduct traffic control around work zones.
• Perform material handling and storage tasks.
• Follow project plans laid out by Visionary Engineering and Construction Management.
• Perform underground work safely per state and company standards.
• Operate machinery as required.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with fleet management for vehicle and machine maintenance.

Skills

Heavy machinery experience

CDL eligibility

Driver's license

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Drug test & background check

Travel flexibility

Lift 75 pounds

Weather adaptability

Loud environment

Analytical thinking

Job description

Visionary Communications, Inc. is seeking an Outside Plant Underground Laborer to join our fiber construction team in Wyoming. This full-time, hourly role supports trenching, utility locate, and site prep, with travel across the region as needed.

Employee safety and adherence to standards are essential, working outdoors in varying conditions. Candidate will operate hand and power tools, handle materials, and coordinate with field crews under supervision of the Fiber Operations Manager.