Underground Fiber & Coax Technician

gts-yes; Laurens (SC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GTS is seeking a Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain buried low-voltage fiber optic or coax cables at residential, business, and commercial sites.

You will operate locator, trenching equipment, read blueprints, document bore logs, and restore sites. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; prior utility locating is preferred. This role is physically demanding and outdoors, with potential for varied hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with utility locating preferred.
• Ability to read maps and blueprints.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to operate trenching equipment and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate utility locator and mark utility lines to ensure safe trenching.
• Read job layouts, valves and meters that may be located.
• Operate trenching equipment and lay duct work.
• Maintain bore logs.
• Restore customer lawns and landscaping after work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Reading comprehension

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Trenching equipment

Blueprint reading

Job description

GTS is seeking a Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain buried low-voltage fiber optic or coax cables at residential, business, and commercial sites.

You will operate locator, trenching equipment, read blueprints, document bore logs, and restore sites. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; prior utility locating is preferred. This role is physically demanding and outdoors, with potential for varied hours.