Outside Plant Technician
Role Overview
This is an entry-level opportunity for someone interested in building a career as an infrastructure technician.
InfoWest has built and maintained a growing fiber-optic network across southern Utah for over a decade, and our crews are out expanding it every day.
You'll work alongside experienced foremen and technicians learning fiber construction, splicing, and tower work from the ground up.
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What You'll Do
- Construction and Field Work
- Perform general labor related to telecommunications construction as directed by your foreman or supervisor, including digging trenches and installing conduit, vaults, and pedestals.
- Work on towers, following all required safety procedures.
- Splice fiber optic cable.
- Work safely around construction equipment such as bucket trucks and reel trailers.
- Perform site clean-up, and restore and landscape any areas disturbed during construction.
- Equipment and Vehicles
- Install and maintain wired and wireless internet equipment.
- Install battery backups and grounding systems for equipment.
- Prepare equipment for jobs and maintain company-issued tools, equipment, and vehicles.
- Drive company vehicles as needed.
- Training and Safety
- Attend training sessions and professional certification opportunities.
- Attend safety meetings and training, and follow OSHA and all other applicable safety rules and company policies at all times.
- Use all required safety equipment for the task at hand.
- Work well both independently and as part of a team.
- What You'll Need
- Physical ability and willingness to climb towers while following all required safety procedures.
- Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions, including high and low temperatures.
- Experience using hand and power tools.
- Basic AC/DC electrical skills; knowledge of low-voltage wiring is a plus.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with respect and courtesy toward teammates and customers.
- Basic familiarity with personal computers and routers.
- Willingness to take part in rotational on-call coverage.
- Construction or customer service experience is a plus, but not required.
- Working Conditions and Schedule
- Primarily outdoor work in varying weather, with some indoor work.
- 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, generally 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional schedule changes may occur as projects require.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for extended periods.
- Ability to climb and work from ladders, rooftops, and towers.
- Ability to operate manual and mechanical equipment as needed.
- Ability to work with or without direct supervision.
- Education and Licensing
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required; CDL is a plus but not required.
- Must pass a background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
- Benefits (Full-Time)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health insurance
- Monthly bonus pool
- Family-friendly, stable company culture
- Paid time off
About InfoWest
Utah-based ISP providing wireless and fiber internet, VoIP, TV, security, and IoT services to residents and businesses.
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