Whidbey Telecom is a community-focused provider, and this role helps keep our neighbors connected by supporting underground telecom construction across the island. You’ll assist with site prep, locating utilities, assembling conduit, and pulling/placing cable or fiber, while working safely, protecting customer property, and representing Whidbey Telecom with friendly, service-minded professionalism.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT NOT NECESSARILY BE LIMITED TO:

• Support underground telecom construction by setting up and prepping job sites for new installs and repairs.


• Perform utility locating (hand-locate/verify buried utility lines) and assist with safe hand digging as needed.


• Measure, cut, and assemble conduit (PVC/HDPE as applicable) and fittings for the job.


• Place, secure, and maintain cable and fiber optic lines within underground conduit systems.


• Stage and organize materials, tools, and supplies for scheduled construction jobs to keep crews productive.


• Load/unload equipment and materials (including compactor) and help keep trucks and work areas organized.


• Install customer premise hardware including taps and NIDs (Network Interface Devices) on buildings.


• Pull/route fiber and cable through existing conduit using pull ropes/tape and related tools.


• Restore and clean job sites—rake, sweep, shovel, and remove debris to leave a professional finish.


• Maintain right-of-way areas including backfill, patching, and basic roadway/landscape restoration.


• Install and maintain pedestals, carrier site components, and equipment at subscriber locations.


• Operate or assist with trenching and digging equipment as trained (e.g., trenchers/compact equipment).


• Work safely outdoors in varying weather, following job-site safety practices and traffic/right-of-way rules.


• Collaborate as a reliable team member—communicate clearly, support crew goals, and represent Whidbey Telecom professionally.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.