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Full Time Underground Cable Installation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Various | Full-time | Travel Required Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the ...

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Drop Bury Technician

Austin, TX · On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/yr

Perform underground cable drop installations using boring, trenching, or hand-bury methods ... Job Types: Full-time, Contract Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road

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Drop Bury Technician

Austin, TX · On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/yr

Perform underground cable drop installations using boring, trenching, or hand-bury methods ... Job Types: Full-time, Contract Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road

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Drop Bury Technician

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/yr

Perform underground cable drop installations using boring, trenching, or hand-bury methods ... Job Types: Full-time, Contract Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road

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How much do full time underground cable installation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time underground cable installation in the United States is $46,625.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Underground Cable Installation vs Underground Cable Lineman?

AspectFull Time Underground Cable InstallationUnderground Cable Lineman
CertificationsElectrical licenses, safety trainingElectrical licenses, safety training
Work EnvironmentIndoor/outdoor, underground sitesOutdoor, underground utility lines
Industry UsageUtility companies, constructionUtility companies, telecom, power

Full Time Underground Cable Installation involves installing underground electrical or communication cables, often in construction or utility settings. Underground Cable Lineman primarily maintains and repair underground lines. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but their focus differs: installation versus maintenance.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Underground Cable Installation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,625 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Underground Power and Communications Laborer - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Michels Corporation

Marshalltown, IA

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems. Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all - from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours.

As an Underground Power and Communications Laborer, your key responsibilities will be installing and upgrading telecommunication networks along with loading, unloading, and transporting materials onto the job site for underground utility construction.

Why Michels Underground Cable, Inc.?

  • Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand
  • Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
  • We are family owned and operated
  • We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
     
  • We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world
  • We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
  • We are a part of the Michels family of companies - one of North America's largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.  Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan. 

Why you?

  • You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
  • You relish new challenges and evolving technology
  • You cringe when you hear: "Because that's the way we've always done it."
  • You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
  • You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available
  • You want to work to make a difference in people's lives

What it takes?

  • A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
  • Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement
  • A Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain
  • Travel Required