Developing the Broadband Workforce
Colorado has more than $1 billion in state and federal funding to improve internet throughout the state. This investment will create more than 3,000 high-quality jobs and careers in telecom for Colorado residents over the next few years. Learn more in the CBO Workforce Plan.
To meet this need the Colorado Broadband Office, along with our partners, is:
- Increasing awareness of career opportunities
- Developing and supporting more training and job placement programs
- Embedding telecommunications into Colorado's workforce structure
Looking for your next career opportunity? Want to join our efforts to build the workforce of the future? Complete this interest form and we will be in touch.
Search Broadband Jobs in Colorado on Indeed
Fiber Splicer: Connect networks by joining optical fibers, ensuring the fastest and most reliable internet connections. Make as much as $80k/year out of high school and even more with higher education or experience. Job search words: Fiber Optic Splicer, Fiber Optic Technician, Optical Fiber Technician, Fiber Network Specialist.
Locator: Keep utilities safe by finding and marking the paths of cables, pipes, and other underground conduits. When construction or excavation projects happen, your work helps prevent damage to these essential services, ensuring everyone has access to reliable internet, water, and electricity. Earn as much as $47k/year out of high school or trade school. Job search terms: Utilities Locator, Broadband Locator.
Laborers/ General Construction: These are hands-on jobs and offer a variety of duties by project, even by day. Make as much as $40k/year right out of high school or with a GED. Looking for a summer job? Make $18-$19/hour as a laborer. Job search terms: Construction Laborer, General Laborer, Broadband Construction Worker, Utility Construction Assistant.
Foreman: Lead your team to success by overseeing projects, ensuring they stay on track and meet high-quality standards. Make as much as $72k/year if you have three or more years in the industry, with a ton of potential to move into management/ high-paying jobs. Experience with fiber optic cable installation, standards and safety. Job search terms: Construction Foreman, Fiber Optic Foreman, Project Foreman, Broadband Team Leader.
Safety Lead: Champion safety protocols and create a secure work environment for all team members. Make as much as $78k/year out of high school or with a bachelor’s degree in safety management or a related field, or with health and safety management certifications. Job search terms: Safety Manager, Health and Safety Specialist, Construction Safety Coordinator, Safety Compliance Officer.
Land Surveyor: Measure and map out areas for new broadband infrastructure, laying the groundwork for expansion. Make up to $62k/year with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent based on experience). You can use this experience in multiple industries. Job search terms: Land Survey Technician, GIS Surveyor, Constructions Surveyor.
Outside Plant Engineer: Primary responsibilities revolve around the construction, inspection and maintenance of plant infrastructure. Make as much as $78k/year with a bachelor’s degree in one of the following engineering fields: industrial, mechanical, electrical and electronics. Job search terms: OSP Engineer, Broadband Infrastructure Engineer, Fiber Optic Engineer, Telecommunication Plant Engineer.
Procurement Lead: Manage a company’s sourcing capabilities and supply chain. Make up to $73k/year with a bachelor’s degree in one of the following engineering fields: business, logistics, purchasing, economics and supply chain management. Job search terms: Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Specialist, Logistics Coordinator.
Quality Inspector: Ensure every aspect of installation and maintenance meets the highest standards for performance and reliability. Make as much as $67k/year out of high school. Job search terms: Quality Assurance Inspector, Installation Inspector, Construction Quality Control Specialist, Maintenance Quality Inspector.
Restoration Crew: Repair damaged fiber optics. Make as much as $74k/year out of high school. Job search terms: Fiber Optic Restoration Technician, Fiber Optic Repair Specialist, Broadband Repair Technician, Telecommunications Maintenance Technician.
My Colorado Journey
Search for education and training programs that lead to careers in Construction Broadband Infrastructure for entry level, mid level, and advanced level including:
- Surveying and Mapping Technicians
- Telecom Line Installer and Repairer
- Foreman
Broadband Nation
Join the broadband workforce to build a career for your future:
- Explore broadband career opportunities
- Find the right broadband job
- Understand training requirements
Colorado Workforce Centers
Workforce Centers provide a variety of free services to assist job seekers including:
- Job listings
- Computer and internet access
- Career counseling and training for job seekers
Career Pathways in Telecommunications
An interactive career pathways tool developed by the Wireless Infrastructure Association showing 80 common telecommunications occupations and the pathways and skills necessary to move upward within the industry:
- Explore career pathways.
- Help individuals plan for personal growth.
- Provide guidance to educators, counselors and employers on demand, salaries
and educational needs. - Up-to-date information on demand and salaries for each occupation: nationally
and in Colorado.
Broadband 101 & Fiber Splicing Training
This training equips you with the skills and certification needed to launch a career as a Broadband Fiber Installer (BFI). Upcoming trainings run Monday through Friday in Pagosa Springs (Feb. 17-28) and Mancos/Cortex (March 3-14). Learn more about this training and register.
Read The Journal article on Broadband Fiber Installation Training
TIRAP: Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program
The Wireless Infrastructure Association is the US Department of Labor (DOL) appointed national Industry Intermediary for telecommunications apprenticeships. It manages TIRAP, which now has 107 employer sponsors, deploying 16 DOL approved registered apprenticeship occupations, producing close to a total of 6000 apprentices.
MSLCAT: Mountain States Line Constructors
Mountain States offers on-the-job training and schooling in the electrical construction industry.
Colorado Training Providers
On this COTrainingProviders.org website you will find everything from 100% online programs of study to technical certificates to apprenticeships to four-year degrees.
Telecommunications Education Center
Powered by the Wireless Infrastructure Association, the Telecommunications Education Center contains over 30 courses devoted to improving education, quality of work, and safety within the telecommunications industry.
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FIber Splicer
Broadband Workforce Needed! 🔧Fiber Splicers seamlessly connect networks by joining optical fibers, ensuring the fastest and most reliable internet connections. Make as much as $80k/year out of high school and even more with higher education or experience.
Land Surveyor
Broadband Workforce Needed! 🗺️Land Surveyors measure and map out areas for new broadband infrastructure, laying the groundwork for expansion. You can make up to $62k/year with a bachelor's degree. Many industries need Land Surveyors, so the job opportunities are endless.
Safety Lead
Broadband Workforce Needed! ⚠️Safety Leads champion safety protocols and create a secure work environment for all team members. Make as much as $78k/year out of high school or with a bachelor’s degree in safety management, related field, or health and safety management certifications.
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Locator
Broadband Workforce Needed! 🔍Locators play a crucial role in keeping our utilities safe by finding and marking the paths of cables, pipes and other underground conduits. When construction or excavation projects happen, your work helps prevent damage to these essential services, ensuring everyone can access reliable internet, water, and electricity. Earn as much as $47k/ year out of high school or trade school.
Laborer
Broadband Workforce Needed! 👷Miscellaneous construction jobs on broadband projects make as much as $40k/year right out of high school or with a GED. Looking for a summer job? Make $18-$19/hour as a laborer!
Foreman
Broadband Workforce Needed! 👷♂️A Foreman leads the team to success by overseeing projects, ensuring they stay on track and meet high-quality standards. Make as much as $72k/year with 3+ years in the industry. There is tremendous potential to move into management or high-paying jobs.
Quality Inspector
Broadband Workforce Needed! ✅Quality Inspectors ensure every installation and maintenance aspect meets the highest performance and reliability standards. Make as much as $67k/year out of high school.
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Restoration Crew
Broadband Workforce Needed! 👷Restoration Crew members repair damaged fiber optics. Make as much as $74k/year out of high school.
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Outside Plant Engineer
Broadband Workforce Needed! 🏭Outside Plant Engineer’s primary responsibilities revolve around the construction, inspection and maintenance of plant infrastructure. Make as much as $78k/year with a bachelor’s degree in one of the following engineering fields: industrial, mechanical, electrical or electronics.
Procurement Lead
Broadband Workforce Needed! 🚜Procurement Leads manage a company’s sourcing capabilities and supply chain. Make up to $73k/year with a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following engineering fields: Business, Logistics, Purchasing, Economics and Supply chain management.
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Join the Broadband Revolution: Exciting Job Opportunities Await!
As our world becomes increasingly connected, the demand for reliable broadband services continues to grow. With the expansion of technology and digital infrastructure, the broadband industry is poised for significant growth in the coming years. This presents an incredible opportunity for you to be part of a vital cause that ensures everyone has access to high-quality internet service!
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Why Join the Broadband Industry?
The broadband industry is not just about technology; it's about improving lives and communities. From enhancing educational opportunities to offering access to vital government services to empowering businesses and fostering innovation, internet access plays a crucial role in our daily lives. With nearly $1 billion in federal funding for broadband expansion in Colorado, the need for skilled professionals in various roles—such as technicians, engineers, project managers, and customer service representatives—will be essential to meet the demand for jobs to complete broadband projects.
Help Us Spread the Word! The Colorado Broadband Office website is a central hub of information for communities, internet providers, educators and anyone else involved in the broadband workforce industry in Colorado.
We invite you to join us in raising awareness about the importance of these job opportunities. By sharing information about available positions, you can help your friends, family, and community discover fulfilling careers in the broadband sector. Together, we can create a movement that supports economic growth and connectivity for all!
Broadband Workforce Awareness Video
Colorado Broadband Workforce Awareness Video is available on the Colorado Broadband Office YouTube channel.