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This role requires experience performing utility locates, installing conduit, and operating horizontal directional drilling (HDD) bore equipment. If you enjoy hands-on field work and being part of a fast-moving construction crew, this role is a great fit.\nA Day in the Life\nYou’ll start your day reviewing jobsite tasks, gathering equipment, and assisting with utility locates to ensure safe digging. Throughout the day, you’ll help install conduit, expose existing utilities, operate (or assist with) HDD bore rigs, and support the crew in building high-quality telecom infrastructure. Your work directly impacts safe and efficient fiber-optic installation.\nWhat You’ll Do\nPerforming accurate utility locates using locating equipment before excavation\nOperating or assisting with horizontal directional drilling (HDD) bore equipment\nInstalling mainline conduit, handholes, pedestals, and related telecom infrastructure\nSupporting trenching, plowing, potholing, and excavation work\nReading and interpreting construction plans, prints, and locate markings\nSafely exposing existing underground utilities using dig-safe techniques\nSetting up and maintaining HDD work zones, drill paths, and equipment\nLoading, unloading, and maintaining tools, machinery, and materials\nBackfilling and restoring work areas to required specifications\nFollowing all safety and DOT requirements on job sites\nWorking closely with crew members, operators, and supervisors to complete builds on schedule\nWhat We’re Looking For\nExperience in telecom, underground utilities, or construction fieldwork\nHands-on experience performing utility locates\nAbility to operate or assist with HDD bore rigs\nKnowledge of underground utility safety procedures and dig laws\nAbility to read and follow construction drawings and utility maps\nStrong work ethic with the ability to perform physical labor outdoors\nReliable transportation and consistent attendance\nAbility to work in varying weather conditions\nPhysical Requirements:\nAbility to lift 50-75 lbs regularly\nAbility to walk, bend, kneel, dig, and work in trenches\nAbility to operate construction tools and equipment safely\nAbility to stand for long periods and perform repetitive physical tasks\nValid driver’s license; and the ability to obtain a Class E license if offered\nWhat Will Help You Stand Out\nPrevious telecom mainline or fiber construction experience\nExperience operating HDD bore rigs independently\nExperience with mini-excavators, skid steers, or plows\nDesired Attributes\nStrong safety mindset\nTeam player with a positive, can-do attitude\nDependable and committed to high-quality work\nGood communication and situational awareness\nAbility to adapt to changing jobsite conditions\nTakes pride in completing work accurately and efficiently\nWhy Join Socket Fiber?\nAt Socket Fiber, we're redefining what it means to connect communities. We share a mission-driven culture focused on bringing high-speed internet to areas that need it most. We're not just selling a service-we're providing access, opportunity, and real change. 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