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Dycom Industries, Inc · 2 months ago

Senior Underground Operations Field Trainer

West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Dycom Industries, Inc is a company focused on underground telecommunications infrastructure. They are seeking a Senior Underground Operations Field Trainer to develop and deliver training programs for field technicians, ensuring safety and technical knowledge in various operational environments.

EnergyProject ManagementTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of engaging and technically accurate training materials adaptable for various training environments

Instruct technicians on industry best practices, company standards, and proper techniques for working with underground utilities and plants

Assess technician competency through written exams and practical evaluations, providing constructive feedback and necessary remediation while on-site

Deliver comprehensive, multi-modal training (classroom, practical lab, on-the-job/field) on all aspects of underground telecommunications plant, including trenching, excavation, conduit placement, cable pulling (coaxial, fiber optic), splicing, enclosed space work, and hardware installation

Coordinate all logistics around booking and scheduling with local site management to ensure training schedules are met efficiently across multiple locations

Adapt training delivery methods and schedules to accommodate varying local operational needs and crew availability

Maintain detailed, accurate records of all training sessions, attendance, technician performance, and certifications using mobile or remote platforms

Collaborate remotely with Training and Field Operations management to identify skill gaps and report training results and compliance status from the field

Champion a strong safety culture by training rigorously on OSHA and company safety regulations, particularly those related to trenching and excavation safety, enclosed space entry, and the safe operation of underground equipment

Ensure all training activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, performing on-site safety audits during training sessions

Qualification

Underground Telecommunications OperationsTechnical TrainingSafety Regulations ComplianceOSHA CertificationMobile Technology UtilizationCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsSelf-Motivated

Required

To be 18 years of age or older

Authorization to work in the United States for this company

A valid driver's license and an excellent driving record are mandatory. Class A CDL is preferred

8 to 10 years of hands-on experience in Underground Telecommunications Field Operations

Proven knowledge of underground plant construction and hardware, with expertise in safe trenching, excavation, and conduit/cable placement

Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to train diverse groups of adult learners in unfamiliar locations

Prior experience as a technical Trainer or Field Supervisor/Lead responsible for mentoring across multiple sites

Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 10/30, enclosed space entry)

Experience utilizing mobile technology and remote conferencing tools for administrative tasks and reporting while traveling

Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage a full training schedule and travel logistics independently

Able to travel domestically (approximately 65-75% of the time) by car and air

Engage in standard office activities such as standing, sitting, and using computers for extended periods

Safely wear job-specific PPE including but not limited to eye, hearing, head, respiratory and safety-toed foot protection as well as appropriate high-visibility clothing

Physical ability to perform light to moderate lifting (up to 25 lbs)

Exposed to outside weather conditions as working environment shifts between classrooms, practical labs, and outdoor field conditions in various weather

Physical ability to perform and demonstrate all required underground tasks, including working in trenches and confined spaces

Physical ability to bend, squat, kneel, crawl or twist on concrete, dirt or gravel surfaces

Physical ability to perform moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs)