Underground Utility Worker - Des Moines, IA
Job in
Marquisville, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Listed on 2026-07-08
Listing for:
TD&I Cable Maintenance, LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Maintenance Worker -
Construction
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, Maintenance Worker
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CALLING ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITY WORKERS!
We are looking to hire Laborers, Operators, Fiber Jetters, Locators, Foremen, Project Supervisors, etc.
- all positions within the telecommunications construction industry.
No experience necessary; driver's license required. On the job training provided, with great benefits! Pay range is based on position selected, experience level, and license class - contact us directly for more details!
Visit our website () for more detail on each position - general overview of each position provided below.
Laborer Responsibilities:- Dig potholes, trenching, and other excavation work
- Load/Unload materials, tools, and equipment
- Assist Operators with drill direction
- Conduct restoration at work sites
- Identify underground utilities; familiar with utility locate markings
- Safely excavate with provided equipment
- Navigate underground utility infrastructure to properly install fiber optic cable
- Once excavation is complete, install fiber optic cable via jetting process
- Operate fiber jetting equipment in a safe manner
- Accurately record footage of installed fiber optic cable
- Identify and map location/depth of utilities such as water, sewer, gas, cable, oil, electric, telephone, fiber optic, etc.
- Assist in the placing of OSP facilities: including aerial, bury, and underground facilities
- Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Supervise and assist with the use of machinery/equipment
- Ensure crews work together to deliver quality work on strict deadlines
- Monitor construction processes and provide training as necessary
- Collaborate with vendors, site inspectors, managers, and subcontractors
Requirements for All Positions:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience in underground utility construction (not required for Laborer position)
- Ability to work in a team setting as part of a construction crew
- Upon qualifying for a DOT Medical Card, assist and operate combinations of commercial vehicles and trailers over 10,000 lbs.
- Good physical condition and stamina
- Knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, OSHA, and FMCSA/DOT guidelines preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 70 per week
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