Telecom Field Tech: Fiber & Copper Cabling & Poles

Colonial Group; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Construction Technician-Line Worker in Grinnell, IA, to install, repair and maintain poles, cables, and conduits for telecommunications. The role involves aerial and underground work, splicing copper and fiber, and operating heavy equipment with a focus on safety, quality, and reliability.

The position requires travel, possible overtime, and weekends. Union bidding is part of the process, and a CDL/DOT readiness is preferred for handling diverse field tasks across

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of outside plant construction experience or Trade School certification in-lieu of experience.
• Pole climbing certification.
• Ability to lift/pull/push up to 75 pounds and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain poles.
• Install aerial cables (fiber and copper) and set up service for customers.
• Measure signal strength and inspect lines to locate faults.

Skills

Pole climbing

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

Trade School certification

Tools

Digger Derrick

Bucket Trucks

Backhoes

Trenchers

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a Construction Technician-Line Worker in Grinnell, IA, to install, repair and maintain poles, cables, and conduits for telecommunications. The role involves aerial and underground work, splicing copper and fiber, and operating heavy equipment with a focus on safety, quality, and reliability.

The position requires travel, possible overtime, and weekends. Union bidding is part of the process, and a CDL/DOT readiness is preferred for handling diverse field tasks across