Underground Telecom Laborer — Hands-On Field Technician

Bigham Cable Construction; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

Bigham Cable Construction is seeking a Laborer II for our Telecom Underground team. This hands-on outdoor role involves loading, delivering, excavating, and operating advanced equipment for underground projects, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will install and maintain underground telecom cables, inspect equipment, communicate with the team, and complete daily production reports. We value reliability and the ability to work overtime in a safe, efficient site workflow.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Authorized to work in the United States for the company.
• Valid state drivers license (not Provisional) with acceptable driving record.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience operating construction equipment or similar tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled construction tasks such as loading, delivering, excavating, and operating advanced equipment for underground projects.
• Install and maintain complex underground telecom cable with precision to project specs.
• Operate and inspect construction equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to align on project objectives.
• Complete and submit detailed daily production reports to track progress.
• Assist with site restoration, including final grading and landscaping per client expectations.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies.
• Collaborate with Level I laborers to support projects.
• Work in all weather conditions to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operating construction equipment

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bigham Cable Construction is seeking a Laborer II for our Telecom Underground team. This hands-on outdoor role involves loading, delivering, excavating, and operating advanced equipment for underground projects, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will install and maintain underground telecom cables, inspect equipment, communicate with the team, and complete daily production reports. We value reliability and the ability to work overtime in a safe, efficient site workflow.