Why Investing in Workforce Development is the Key to Success
in Telecom & Utility Construction
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Where are all the skilled workers?
They're being trained by your peers.
Learn how EPC, CEC, and Key Line Construction are finding new talent earlier, accelerating training, building reliable teams, and scaling faster—without waiting on the labor market to change.
Watch now to get actionable workforce strategies that work in telecom and utilities construction.
Our expert panel share real-world strategies and experiences, including:
Why workforce development matters to funding: For many customers, local hiring and training initiatives are now key criteria in funding applications.
Training as a competitive edge: Companies are launching internal training schools, partnering with VR-equipped colleges, and leveraging digital onboarding tools to recruit, train, and deploy faster.
The business case for local hiring: Reducing costs tied to travel and per diem, while building relationships with communities that help sustain projects after crews leave.
Creating career pathways, not just jobs: From field crews exposed to tech for the first time to future project managers and problem solvers, development opportunities are reshaping what retention and growth look like.
Why the next generation demands it: Today’s workforce wants more than a paycheck — they want purpose, training, and clear growth potential.
Meet the Panelists
Innovators leading the way to reliable hiring in telecom & utilities
Zach Page |
Chief Operating Officer, EPC
Brent Burris |
Vice President, CEC
Brian Simms |
Telecom Director, Key Line Construction
Matilda Van Duyvendyk |
Director of Customer Experience, Vitruvi Software
