Power Supply Laborer

Communication-Data-Link; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company provided uniforms

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Communication Data Link in Marion, IA is seeking a Power Supply Laborer to install and secure cable pedestals in underground telecom systems, support crews with excavation and backfilling, and restore sites after work.

You will travel to multiple sites, work outdoors, handle hand tools, and follow OSHA safety standards. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Dependable and consistent.
• Adapt quickly to changes across crews and sites.
• Experience using hand tools (shovels, tampers, levels, basic power tools).
• Basic understanding of underground telecom construction.
• OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Setting and securing cable pedestals per standards.
• Excavate holes and trenches for pedestal placement.
• Set, level, and secure pedestals at multiple sites.
• Pull, route, and dress cables through pedestals.
• Backfill and restore work areas after installation.
• Follow OSHA, company, and site procedures.
• Travel to different sites as required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Adaptability

Hand tools proficiency

Underground telecom knowledge

Read measurements/diagrams

Education

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Hand tools (shovels, tampers)

Basic power tools

Job description

As a Power Supply Laborer, you will be responsible for installing, setting, and securing cable pedestals used in underground telecommunications systems. This role supports cable, fiber, and utility construction crews by performing excavation, pedestal placement, backfilling, and basic cable management while following safety and company standards. You will also close out the job by restoring the job site to ensure that minimal disturbance is seen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Setting Peds as needed
• Making sure that the Peds are being set accurately and according to the proper standards.
• Traveling to different sites will be required.
• Excavate holes and trenches for cable pedestal placement
• Set, level, and secure cable pedestals according to company specifications
• Install pedestal bases, covers, and mounting hardware
• Pull, route, and dress coaxial, fiber optic, or copper cables through pedestals
• Maintain proper slack, bend radius, and protection of cables
• Backfill, tamp, and restore work areas after installation
• Assist with locating existing utilities and following 811 guidelines
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean job site
• Follow OSHA, company, and site-specific safety procedures
• Work closely with crew leaders, technicians, and utility inspectors

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments
• Dependable and consistent
• Ability to adjust to changes quickly, including working with different crews or working on different job sites
• Experience using hand tools (shovels, tampers, levels, basic power tools)
• Basic understanding of underground utility or telecom construction
• Ability to follow measurements, diagrams, and verbal instructions

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in telecom, cable, fiber, or utility construction
  • Familiarity with cable pedestals, handholes, or underground plant work
  • OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain)

  Communication Data Link offers:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company provided uniforms
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Flexible spending accounts

  License/Certification:

  • License with Clean Driving Record (Required)

  Work expectations:

  Standard Work Week: Monday-Friday; 7 am – 5 pm; Weekend work may be required with little or no notice; work schedule determined by season, weather, deadlines, and availability of work

  Travel:

  At times, the employee may be assigned to a job site where several overnight stays are required. Marion will be the main office, but on occasion it will be required to travel to Waterloo, and Iowa city.

  Environment Conditions:

  at times will be exposed to various contaminants, like exhausted vapors, gas/diesel fumes, and dust; be subjected to noisy conditions; diverse weather conditions, including high heat (over 90°), freezing conditions (below 15°), and all forms of precipitation (high humidity/snow/rain)

  Physical Conditions:

  May require standing, kneeling, digging, and bending for extended periods. Able to frequently move objects weighing more than 100lbs for distances greater than fifty feet; remain in a stationary position for several hours; able to move from one location to another around the Jobsite; must be able to manipulate various controls on equipment; ability to constantly be able to reposition oneself.