Description Outside Plant Construction Technician I, II or III Location: Sioux City Department: OSP Construction Employment Type: Full-Time Connect Communities. Grow Your Career. Make an Impact. At ImOn Communications, we’re more than a technology provider, we’re a team of people passionate about keeping our community connected. As an Outside Plant (OSP) Construction Technician, you will perform tasks necessary to build a service order and build activity associated with network facilities (fiber). Focusing on the overall operations of the network, including network performance, installation, and/or maintenance. Outside plant construction pathways are either aerial, underground, conduit, direct buried and can be used in any combination depending on the job requirements. What You’ll Do • Builds, repairs and maintains major cable system and structures such as broken lashing, replacing or re-sagging aerial strand, pole transfers, down-guys, aerial to underground conversion, substructure repairs and cable replacements related to system outages, maintenance, rebuilds and emergencies or hazards. • Reads and interprets work orders, specifications, and engineering drawings. • Performs construction work such as digging holes, laying cable and conduit in the ground. • Operates power equipment such as generators, blowers and hydraulic aerial lifts mounted on trucks. • Uses test equipment to check for gas in manholes; may be required to empty water and other debris from manholes. • Dismantles, moves, and removes aerial, underground or building wire, cable associated equipment, and hardware. • Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles. • Responds to and participates in emergency and outage situations that require heavy construction capabilities. • Ensures that all work considers the safety of the customer and general public and compliance with all governmental orders. • Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions. • Some travel involved, occasionally overnight • All other duties as assigned What We’re Looking For • Strong communication and customer service skills • A positive, professional attitude, even in challenging situations • Technical curiosity and a willingness to learn • Dependability and attention to detail • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Comfortable working outdoors and at heights (ladder work, crawl spaces, etc.) Requirements For all Levels: High School degree or equivalent Valid Iowa Driver’s License and a motor vehicle record that allows the employee to be insured by ImOn’s carrier. Ability to recognize and respond to color-coded information used in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecommunications equipment and systems. OSP Construction Tech I • At least 1 year of experience in one or combination of equipment installation, cable splicing, line work, installation, and repair. • Experience using OTDR, Fiber Inspection Scopes, Light Meter/Sources, VFL, Fiber Identification • Ability to Prep and Splice Micro, Ribbon and Loose Tube Fiber. • Ability to perform different types of Building Entry for Enterprise and/or FTTH Builds. • Ability to use Power Tools (Hammer Drill, Sawzall, Grinder etc…) • Operate a Generator for OSP Equipment, Buildings, and Splice Trailer. • Mount Enclosures and Equipment Racks. • Maintain OSP Infrastructure and make necessary Repairs/Replace Peds, Cabinets, Hub Equipment • All other duties assigned. OSP Construction Tech II • Ability to demonstrate all aspects of an OSP Tech I outlined above. • At least 2 years of experience in one or combination of equipment installation, cable splicing, line work, installation, and repair. • Demonstrate ability to independently Prep and Splice Micro, Ribbon and Loose Tube Fiber. • Ability to independently Read/interpret Fiber Splice Documentation and Color Matrix. • Ability to independently Read/interpret Blueprints and Create Construction As-Built Maps. • Ability to Draw in Drops and Infrastructure in Crescentlink/GIS. • All other Duties Assigned. OSP Construction Tech III • Ability to demonstrate all aspects of an OSP Tech III outlined above. • At least 4 years of experience in one or combination of equipment installation, cable splicing, line work, installation, and repair. • Ability to Teach/Train coworkers and/or contractors. Able to run and control CMR's/Maintenance Windows. • Experience working directly with Contractors and Vendors. • Experience Auditing Splicing Documentation, OSP Cabinets, Patch Panels, Splice Cases etc... Experience working directly with Engineering/Supervisors to make Field Changes, Update Maps and coordinate Business Builds, Expansion or Relocation Projects. • Ability to Lead in the Field during everyday business and/or emergency repairs/CM Rs. Audit/Inspect all Splicing and Underground Construction. • Routine Maintenance and Repairs to OSP Buildings, Cabinets and Hubs. • All other Duties Assigned. Why Join Our Team Career Growth: Structured advancement with company-supported certifications. Training & Development: Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing learning to help you build technical and leadership skills. Work with Purpose: Help families, businesses, and communities stay connected through reliable, high-quality service. Team Culture: Join a supportive group of professionals who value safety, collaboration, and doing things the right way. Performance Recognition: Earn advancement and rewards based on your quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction results. ImOn will hook you up with Company Benefits: • Competitive pay • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick days) • Company-provided tools, uniforms, and vehicle for field roles • Employee discounts on services and partner programs • Wellness and employee assistance programs Ready to Get Started? If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that combines hands-on work, customer connection, and career growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start building the network of tomorrow — with us. www.ImOn.Net/Careers ImOn Communications, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer