Telecom Construction Technician (Class A CDL NEEDED!)

TAK Broadband; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time

Paid Bi-Weekly

Hourly pay $30-35

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

Benefits package

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Career advancement

Job summary

TAK Broadband is hiring Underground Laborers/Construction Technicians for our Sacramento, CA project teams. You will install and maintain fiber optic cabling, splice components, and troubleshoot networks while traveling weekly to different sites.

A Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required, and candidates will receive paid training, PTO, and full benefits. We offer full-time employment with bi-weekly pay, 401(k) match, life insurance, short-term disability, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Prior underground and/or aerial telecommunications construction experience preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement required.
• Willingness to travel weekly and stay out of town during the week; project needs may require flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain aerial and underground telecommunications cabling.
• Assist in all phases of underground construction including loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal, and placement of materials and equipment.
• Manage the use and care of maintenance equipment including power equipment, trucks, hand tools, and ladders.
• Operate and work around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Maintain safe working habits and work conditions according to regulations and company policies.
• Follow safety standards throughout processes and set up safety perimeters with signage and barriers.

Skills

Travel weekly

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

CDL tanker endorsement

Job description

Description

TAK Broadband is a leading end-to-end U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. It builds more than just networks; it connects communities to new valuable digital opportunities. TAK offers comprehensive service solutions, from construction to drops to fulfillment. TAK’s ecosystem of partners allows it to successfully complete every project starting from the first point of conception. This includes engineering teams, distributors, and more than 100 qualified construction crews with extensive experience across all ISP types and markets; over 300 experienced bury drop crews; and more than 700 professional technicians.

We are seeking Underground Laborers/Construction Technicians to join our team in Sacramento, CA. In this role you will complete installation, repair and testing of fiber and the different components, splice loose tube and ribbon fiber in compliance with modern standards and connect and configure fiber optic networks for facilities while troubleshooting problems.

MUST HAVE A CLASS A COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE with TANKERS ENDORSEMENT TO BE CONSIDERED

Why Join Our Team?

• Full Time
• Paid Bi-Weekly
• Compensation: $30 - $35 per hour, DOE
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401(k) with Company Match!
• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

The Role

• Install and maintain aerial and underground telecommunications cabling
• Assist in all phases of underground construction including loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal, and placement of various types, sizes, and weight of construction materials and equipment
• Manage the use and care of all maintenance equipment including power equipment, trucks, hand tools, and ladders
• Operate and work around heavy equipment and machinery
• Maintain safe working habits and work conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and company policies
• Follows safety standards throughout processes
• Sets up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers

Requirements

• Prior underground and/or aerial telecommunications construction experience a plus
• Ability to travel weekly staying out of town during the week and coming home on Fridays for the weekend, though project needs may require some flexibility (per diems and accommodations provided)
• Ability to learn to operate various types of utility vehicles and equipment
• Ability to multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption
• Open to a variety of schedules; evenings and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud
• Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time, year round
• Ability to occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, electricity and/or powerlines, risk of exposure to electrical shock, radiation, vibration
• Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools
• Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restrictions and tanker or N endorsement required
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

TAK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We maintain full compliance with the Americas with Disabilities Act and are committed to providing equal access throughout our employment practices. Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process by contacting [e-mail].