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Underground Fiber Puller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Fiber Network Locator

Chestertown, MD · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. Work Environment & Schedule Requirements Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions, with ...

Fiber Network Locator

Georgetown, DE · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. Work Environment & Schedule Requirements Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions, with ...

Fiber Network Locator

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. Work Environment & Schedule Requirements Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions, with ...

Fiber Network Locator

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. Work Environment & Schedule Requirements Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions, with ...

Fiber Network Locator

Orangeburg, SC · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will ...

Fiber Network Locator

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will ...

Fiber Network Locator

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will ...

Fiber Network Locator

Orangeburg, SC · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure. ​​​​​ IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified ...

Fiber Splicer

Memphis, TN · Remote

$25 - $35/hr

You will install, troubleshoot, and repair aerial and underground fiber optic systems while ... Pull fiber optic cable through conduit manually, mechanically, or through blowing methods * Safely ...

Fiber Splicer

Charleston, SC · On-site

$23.50 - $27.75/hr

Install, pull, splice, and activate fiber optic cable using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods ... Experience working with aerial and underground fiber optic infrastructure. Skills and Abilities

Fiber Splicer Technician

Charleston, SC · On-site

$23.75 - $28.50/hr

Execute repairs on underground drop pipes, re-pull underground fiber drops, and splice drops between the distribution vault and the premise NID * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot OSP distribution ...

Fiber Splicer

Orangeburg, SC · On-site

$24 - $28.50/hr

Splice fiber optic drops and pigtails using a core alignment splicing machine; repair underground drop pipes, re-pull underground fiber drops, and splice drops from the distribution vault to the ...

Fiber Splicer Technician

Charleston, SC · On-site

$23.75 - $28.50/hr

Execute repairs on underground drop pipes, re-pull underground fiber drops, and splice drops between the distribution vault and the premise NID * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot OSP distribution ...

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How much do underground fiber puller jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for underground fiber puller in the United States is $16.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an underground fiber puller?

Underground Fiber Pullers are technicians who install fiber optic cables below ground to provide high-speed internet and communication services. Their job involves operating specialized equipment to pull cables through conduits, trenches, or existing underground pathways. They must read blueprints, ensure proper cable placement, and follow safety protocols to prevent damage to existing utilities. This role is physically demanding and may require working in various weather conditions and environments. A strong attention to detail and teamwork skills are essential for success in this job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an underground fiber puller?

To thrive as an Underground Fiber Puller, you need physical stamina, knowledge of fiber optic cable installation, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools like cable locators, conduit rodder, trenchers, and safety equipment is typically required, and OSHA certifications are advantageous. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills help individuals excel in this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and accurate fiber optic installations crucial for reliable network infrastructure.

What are some common challenges faced by underground fiber pullers in the field?

Underground Fiber Pullers often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, navigating around existing utilities, and handling physically demanding tasks like pulling heavy cable through tight or uneven spaces. Coordination with other crew members and clear communication are essential to avoid safety hazards and ensure efficient installation. Additionally, adapting to unexpected site conditions and troubleshooting minor equipment issues are common parts of the job, which require both problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

What is the difference between Underground Fiber Puller vs Cable Installer?

AspectUnderground Fiber PullerCable Installer
CertificationsFiber optic certifications, OSHA safety trainingGeneral electrical or cable installation certifications, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, underground trenches, utility polesIndoor and outdoor, building interiors, utility poles
Job FocusPulling and installing fiber optic cables undergroundInstalling various types of cables including fiber, coaxial, and electrical wiring

Underground Fiber Pullers specialize in installing fiber optic cables underground, requiring specific certifications and working primarily outdoors in trenches. Cable Installers have a broader scope, working with multiple cable types in various environments. While both roles involve cable installation, the Underground Fiber Puller focuses specifically on fiber optics in underground settings, making their skills and certifications more specialized.

What states have the most Underground Fiber Puller jobs?

States with the most job openings for Underground Fiber Puller jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Underground Fiber Puller jobs?

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Infographic showing various Underground Fiber Puller job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,483 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Fiber Network Locator

Chestertown, MD • On-site

IQ Fiber
Telecommunications • 11 - 50 employees

$15.25 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

IQ Fiber was built to do internet differently. We're a 100% fiber-optic internet provider with a simple mission: To engineer a smarter internet experience. That means internet that's fast, reliable, and simply priced, backed by real humans who answer when you call and solve problems before you know they exist.
We bring that same thinking to how we build our company. Our teammates are a big part of what makes IQ Fiber different, and we believe how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. We're looking for good humans who bring great ideas, raise the bar with every task, and want to be part of a bigger story. Your work matters here.
Position Summary

The Fiber Network Locator performs skilled, technical field work requiring the accurate and efficient locating of existing underground fiber optic cables. Locating facilities may require the use of shovels and post-hole diggers to dig and expose the facilities. May be called upon to assist Construction Technicians in cabinet certifications, and other related duties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilizes various electronic equipment to find and mark the location of underground fiber.
  • Utilizes probe rods, shovel, posthole diggers, and other excavation equipment as necessary to locate and/or verify location of underground utilities.
  • Communicates directly with customers, other departments, employees, regulatory agencies, governmental agencies, and the general public verbally or in writing, as needed.
  • Provides accurate locations of underground utilities, in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Operates with a high degree of efficiency various job-related equipment to provide accurate and efficient locates as requested.
  • Works closely with the design team to review and update "as-built" records.
  • Prepares accurate time and material records and "as-built" reports and diagrams to provide accurate updates to key maps.
  • Participates in announced or unannounced overtime work and responds to callouts during non-working hours or emergencies, as required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • All other duties as assigned.


Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in the operation of utility locating equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Possession of a valid Delaware Driver’s License.
  • Knowledge of underground utility systems.
  • Knowledge of the Delaware Department of Transportation’s (DelDOT’s) Maintenance of Traffic (MOT).
  • Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the proper safety precautions of working in the electric utility field, primarily working near energized electrical equipment, as well as the water and sewer.
  • Knowledge of overhead and underground utilities.
  • Ability to use considerable judgment.
  • Ability to accurately read and interpret as-builts, blueprints, diagrams, sketches, construction plans, and key maps of underground utilities systems.
  • Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
  • Ability to efficiently handle emergencies and multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to operate personal computer and laptop.
  • Ability to accurately prepare reports and keep records.
  • Ability to understand the operation and functions of various electronic locating equipment.
  • Ability to learn and apply policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
  • Ability to drive a company vehicle.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Ability to compose written correspondence.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the general public.
  • Ability to pass a driving record and background check screening. Must have clear driving records for the past two years.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally while using probe rods, shovels, and posthole diggers to locate and expose underground infrastructure.
  • Ability to balance, crouch, and stoop repeatedly while locating and marking underground utilities in the field.
  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods while conducting locates across active job sites.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to dirt, noise, and odors.
  • Ability to push and pull excavation tools to expose and verify underground fiber infrastructure.

Work Environment & Schedule Requirements

Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions, with exposure to dirt, noise, odors, and fumes, at ground level. This is a safety sensitive role.

Benefits Available:

  • Fun environment.
  • Fast-growing company.
  • All team members start accruing PTO on day one
  • Company paid benefits: STD, LTD, Basic Life and EAP.
  • Voluntary Benefits: Medical (HSA & FSA options), Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness.


IQ Fiber is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any U.S. employer on a full-time basis. We do not sponsor, transfer, or support employment visa status or work authorization extensions for any position.

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