Construction Technician

Construction Technician

Join Spectrum as a Construction Technician and be at the forefront of network construction, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow. From aerial installations to underground cabling and MDU projects, you'll support daily construction procedures, helping people connect to what matters most.

Responsibilities

• Travel, including overnight stays, is a regular part of the job. Hotel accommodation and per diem are provided for overnight stays during the work week.
• Executing groundwork tasks such as digging and filling holes and trenches, burying conduit and cables, and restoring the site.
• Performing aerial installations by pulling lasher, strand, and cable from pole to pole.
• Ensuring safety and compliance by adhering to all safety requirements, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Operating and maintaining crew equipment and vehicles following safety requirements.

Working Conditions

Construction Technicians work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at various heights, including adverse conditions, day or night and often near power lines and electricity. You are exposed to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, cleaning solutions and may work indoors in poorly ventilated areas. Standing is required 50-70% of the time. Travel, including overnight stays, is a regular part of the job. Overtime, including weekends or a second shift and on-call work may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Entry-level candidates welcome; we provide training.
• Skills: Close, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Differentiate wire sizes and colors. Lift 75 pounds, carry and operate a 28-foot, 75-pound ladder, and climb poles using gaffs, hooks, and a climbing belt (350-pound weight limit). Work in tight spaces, crawling, bending, reaching, and twisting. Travel to assigned territories and company facilities, even in bad weather. Work outside for long periods in all seasons and weather. Familiarity with computer systems and software.

• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of basic testing equipment (e.g., ohm meters).
• Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain one.