Ranch WiFi | Paso Robles, CA Full-Time | Monday–Friday + On-Call as Needed Pay Based on Experience
Ranch WiFi is looking for a dependable, hands-on Infrastructure Technician to help build, maintain, and repair our fiber and fixed-wireless network infrastructure.
This is a field-based position with a strong focus on underground construction and infrastructure work. Experience with underground utilities, construction equipment, telecommunications, tower climbing, or wireless systems is preferred.
We are willing to train the right person. We're looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, comfortable working outdoors, willing to learn, and takes pride in doing quality work.
Job Duties
Perform underground construction including trenching, conduit placement, boring, vault and handhole installation
Assist with construction and maintenance of underground fiber infrastructure
Operate and work around underground construction equipment and tools
Assist with locating, exposing, repairing, and maintaining underground infrastructure
Pull and install fiber optic cable and conduit
Assist with installation and maintenance of fixed-wireless network infrastructure
Install radios, antennas, cabling, mounts, and related equipment
Climb towers and communications structures when trained and qualified
Work from bucket trucks, lifts, ladders, and elevated work platforms
Assist with network outages and emergency infrastructure repairs
Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and job sites
Document completed work and materials used
Follow direction from the Project Manager and senior field personnel
Experience in one or more of the following is preferred:
Underground utility or telecommunications construction
Trenching, conduit installation, and excavation
Directional boring
Operation of construction or underground equipment
Fiber optic cable placement
Tower or communications structure climbing
Fixed-wireless/WISP infrastructure
Wireless radio and antenna installation
General construction or field service
You do not need experience in all of these areas to apply.
Experience with underground construction is particularly valuable, but we're willing to train candidates who demonstrate strong mechanical ability, good judgment, a willingness to learn, and a solid work ethic.
Qualifications
Previous construction, underground utility, telecommunications, wireless, or similar field experience preferred
Mechanically inclined and comfortable using hand and power tools
Comfortable working outdoors and around construction equipment
Ability to safely perform physically demanding work
Comfortable working at heights or willing to learn, including tower climbing
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a field crew
Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn new skills
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation as needed
No specific industry certifications are required. Training will be provided as needed.
Schedule & Location
This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position based out of Paso Robles, California.
This is a field position, and work locations will vary depending on project needs. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to different job sites.
Some overtime, early morning, evening, weekend, or overnight work may occasionally be required depending on project needs or emergency response.
Pay & Benefits
Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.
Following successful completion of the company's probationary period, full-time employees are eligible for company benefits, including:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Additional company benefits as applicable
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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