Job Information
Aerotek Lead Fiber Optic Installer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Job Title: Fiber Optic Installer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Fiber Optic Installer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing fiber optic cables and other utilities. You will operate various equipment and may also perform manual digging when necessary. The equipment you may use includes skid loaders, mini excavators, directional boring machines, and locating equipment.
Responsibilities
Install fiber optic cables and other utilities.
Operate equipment such as skid loaders, mini excavators, directional boring machines, and locating equipment.
Perform manual digging as required.
Direct other crew members during installations.
Operate the directional bore machine.
Splice fiber as needed.
Essential Skills
Experience in fiber installation.
Proficiency with mini excavators.
General construction and landscaping skills.
Ability to use hand tools.
Minimum of one year working outdoors.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Directional boring experience is highly desirable.
Willingness to travel is ideal.
Ability to splice fiber.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy being home at night 98% of the time! We are a growing company, investing heavily into our future, and are known for being a great group of people to work with. We stay busy year-round, including during the winter, offering stability and consistent work.
Work Environment
This position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy days. Work is only called off in severe weather or persistent rain. You will be installing utility lines in these conditions.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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