Underground Lead Field Trainer

VCI Construction, LLC; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx

Disability, life insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Pet insurance

Job summary

VCI Construction, LLC seeks a Lead Field Trainer to develop and deliver hands-on training for employees in aerial and underground telecommunications construction. You will train on practices, tools, safety, quality standards, and job responsibilities, and evaluate skills.

Travel between company locations and job sites is required; early starts and occasional overnight travel may be necessary. Bilingual English/Spanish is highly desirable to support a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Train and mentor field staff in classroom and hands-on settings.
• Coach employees on aerial and underground construction practices.
• Assess skills and provide actionable feedback.
• Maintain safety, quality, and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Train new and existing field employees through classroom and hands-on instruction.
• Train employees on aerial and underground construction practices.
• Demonstrate proper use of tools, equipment, and work methods.
• Conduct skills assessments and evaluate employee competency.
• Identify skill gaps and provide coaching or additional training.
• Reinforce company safety, quality, and production standards.
• Support career development from entry-level positions through Foreman.
• Provide equipment and tool training, including safe operation and inspections.
• Conduct refresher training when performance, safety, or quality issues arise.
• Work with Operations, Safety, and HR to maintain consistent training standards.
• Maintain training records, assessments, and employee qualifications.
• Help develop training materials, checklists, procedures, and programs.
• Provide professional feedback and serve as a positive field role model.

Skills

Training

Mentoring

Coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Discover a more connected career The Lead Field Trainer develops and delivers hands-on training for employees working in aerial and underground telecommunications construction.

Discover a more connected career The Lead Field Trainer develops and delivers hands-on training for employees working in aerial and underground telecommunications construction. This role trains employees on construction practices, tools, equipment, safety, quality standards, and job responsibilities. The Lead Field Trainer also evaluates employee skills, identifies training needs, and supports career development.

Connecting You To Great Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What You’ll Do

• Train new and existing field employees through classroom and hands-on instruction.
• Train employees on aerial and underground construction practices.
• Demonstrate proper use of tools, equipment, and work methods.
• Conduct skills assessments and evaluate employee competency.
• Identify skill gaps and provide coaching or additional training.
• Reinforce company safety, quality, and production standards.
• Support career development from entry-level positions through Foreman.
• Provide equipment and tool training, including safe operation and inspections.
• Conduct refresher training when performance, safety, or quality issues arise.
• Work with Operations, Safety, and HR to maintain consistent training standards.
• Maintain training records, assessments, and employee qualifications.
• Help develop training materials, checklists, procedures, and programs.
• Provide professional feedback and serve as a positive field role model.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• 7+ years of telecommunications construction experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in aerial and/or underground construction.
• Experience training, mentoring, or coaching field employees.
• Strong knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and field practices.
• Ability to evaluate employee skills and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Preferred: Experience in a field leadership, supervisor, manager, or training role. Experience in both aerial and underground telecommunications construction.

Bilingual English/Spanish is highly desirable.

Certifications

Depending On Assigned Responsibilities, Certifications May Include

• OSHA 10/30
• Competent Person - Excavation/Trenching
• First Aid/CPR
• Aerial Lift/MEWP
• Fall Protection
• Traffic Control
• Equipment-specific certifications
• CDL, when required

Physical & Work Environment

This is a field-based position requiring regular standing, walking, bending, climbing, and hands-on demonstrations. Work may take place outdoors at active construction sites and may involve heat, cold, dust, noise, uneven terrain, traffic, equipment, excavations, and elevated work areas.

Travel & Schedule

Frequent travel between company locations, training facilities, and job sites is required. Early morning starts, schedule flexibility, and occasional overnight travel may be necessary.

The wage range for Underground Lead Field Trainer is $85,000.00 - $105,000.00.

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.