Job Details: Job Location: Elkhart Office - Elkhart, IN, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $27.00 - $35.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Overview: The Fiber Construction team is responsible for the underground and/or aerial construction of conduit and fiber for Surf Internet fiber broadband projects. The Fiber Construction Technician will assume a number of different responsibilities as described below in the execution of each new fiber project. Reports to: Fiber Construction/Splicing Manager Job Status: Non-Exempt Responsibilities: Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects. Prepare a worksite to locate utilities and eliminate possible hazards. Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools. Hand dig to clear debris for an operator. Check utilities and clearances. Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements, including locating utilities. Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings and parts to specifications. Assist with drilling fluid mixing and clean-up. Assist with job site clean-up. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience operating a directional drill required. Experience installing conduit and fiber optic cables preferred. Education in Utilities Construction preferred. Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be able to travel, minimum required is less than 5 days per month. Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. regularly. Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.