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Bureau Veritas

Electrical Manager MV - 100% Travel

... underground cabling, mod to mod wiring, combiner box terminations, and DC collection system ... Ensure owners supplied subcontract crews have resources and support. Qualifications * Minimum 5 ...

Bureau Veritas

Electrical Manager MV - 100% Travel

... underground cabling, mod to mod wiring, combiner box terminations, and DC collection system ... Ensure owners supplied subcontract crews have resources and support. Qualifications * Minimum 5 ...

Bureau Veritas

Electrical Manager HV - 100% Travel

... including underground cabling, mod to mod wiring, combiner box terminations, and DC collection ... Ensure owners supplied subcontract crews have resources and support. Qualifications * Minimum 5 ...

Bureau Veritas

Electrical Quality Control Technician

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

... underground cabling, mod to mod wiring, combiner box terminations, and DC collection system • ... subcontract crews have resources and support Skills The requirements listed below are ...

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How much do underground cable subcontractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for underground cable subcontractor in the United States is $25.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Underground Cable Subcontractor vs Underground Cable Installer?

AspectUnderground Cable SubcontractorUnderground Cable Installer
CredentialsTypically requires electrical certifications, licenses, and subcontractor permitsRequires electrical or technical certifications, often with specialized training
Work EnvironmentWorks on multiple projects, managing crews and coordinating with contractorsPerforms installation work directly at job sites, often outdoors and in trenches
Employer & Industry UsageHired by general contractors or project owners for large-scale projectsEmployed by contractors or companies specializing in cable installation

In summary, an Underground Cable Subcontractor oversees and manages underground cable projects, often coordinating multiple crews and handling project logistics. An Underground Cable Installer focuses on the hands-on installation of cables, working directly at the job site. Both roles require electrical knowledge, but the subcontractor role involves more project management and coordination.

Traveling Laborer - CDL Required

Traveling Laborer - CDL Required

Anderson Underground

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$20 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Now Hiring: Laborer for Anderson Underground - CDL Required

Anderson Underground is hiring Laborers to support traveling underground utility construction crews. We’re looking for someone who is dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable doing hands-on physical work outdoors. Laborers support Equipment Operators and Foremen with jobsite setup, cleanup, trenching, excavation, utility installation, spotting, and general crew support. This is a fully traveling role. Candidates must be comfortable traveling out of state for extended periods of time.

  • Schedule: 10 days on / 4 days off
  • Week 1: Monday-Friday
  • Week 2: Monday-Thursday
  • Hours: generally averages 50-55 hours per week, but can vary depending on work, weather, and project needs
    • Work days are typically Monday-Friday, with some Saturdays when customers allow. Crews are currently working toward an every-other-weekend-home schedule.
  • Travel: flights in and out are paid for, and transportation is provided
  • Per diem: $175 per working day
    • Per diem is usually paid on rain days, but there may be cases where employees are sent home due to sustained weather. In those situations, per diem would not be paid and direction will come from the Supervisor.
  • Pay: based on experience

What we’re looking for:

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Previous construction, utility, or general labor experience preferred
  • Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with trenching, pipe laying, or underground utility work is a plus
  • Ability to assist with jobsite setup, cleanup, barricades, traffic control, and material organization
  • Willingness to support trenching, excavation, backfilling, compacting, and utility installation
  • Ability to assist with placing pipe, conduit, cable, and other underground utility materials
  • Comfortable spotting for equipment operators and helping protect existing underground utilities
  • Ability to operate hand tools and small equipment such as tampers, jackhammers, and power tools
  • Willingness to load, unload, clean, and maintain tools, materials, vehicles, and equipment
  • Ability to follow OSHA, DOT, company safety guidelines, and dig-safe procedures
  • Good communication with crew members, foremen, and subcontractors
  • Ability to follow supervisor direction and work as part of a safe, productive crew
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Class A CDL preferred
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • OSHA 10 preferred

This is a great fit for someone who has construction or labor experience, is comfortable traveling, and wants steady work with paid travel and strong per diem. Anderson Underground works to keep employees working through the winter when the right projects are available. Winter work can depend on project needs and having the right crew mix in place.

Company Description

Anderson Underground is an underground utility construction company supporting telecom, fiber, and infrastructure projects across multiple states.
Our crews perform directional drilling, locating, plowing, excavation, backhoe work, conduit placement, and general underground utility construction. We are a field-based company with traveling crews, steady work, and a strong focus on safety, production, and doing the job the right way.
We are looking for dependable, hard-working people who are comfortable working outside, traveling for projects, and being part of a crew. Anderson Underground offers competitive pay, per diem, paid travel when applicable, and opportunities for experienced operators, locators, laborers, and CDL drivers.

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