Construction Line Technician
Shift Monday - Friday 7a-4p
JOB SUMMARY
Duties include; installing/repairing Conduits, Vaults, Pedestals, Fiber Optic cable, hybrid fiber coax (HFC), ground restoration, flagging, and general construction as directed by the Supervisor.
MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment
- Hand dig using shovel and or mechanical tools
- Fully restore worksite at completion of work, refill trenches and holes, tamp soil, and replant any plants or shrubs that were disturbed during our construction, place temporary asphalt on streets where excavations have been performed.
- Install and maintenance of Aerial telecommunications cables
- Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)
- Work around heavy equipment and machinery
- Working in congested or remote areas
- Maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
- Perform general construction work under direction of Supervisor
- Flagging, property or worksite restoration
- Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies
- Maintain accurate records including time worked, daily logs as required; properly record all required information on data devices and/or work
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner.
Displays appropriate demeanor, appearance and interactive skills
Knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner
Knowledge of and ability to handle tools and equipment in a safe manner
- Ability to use the following hand tools electric drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers
- Ability to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment, including gaffs, ladders, and fully loaded tool belts
- Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (such as gaffs, safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations of that equipment
- Ability to use personal computer and software applications
- Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
- Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 32 ft high and 90 pounds)
- Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as needed
- Ability to differentiate between different sizes, types and colors of wires
- Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting
- Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position (e.g. signal level meters, ohm meters, etc.)
- Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles and roofs)
- Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time
- Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections
- Ability to use handheld communication devices and applications
- Ability to adhere to Local, Federal regulations and Company policies
- Ability to dig in all types of soil
- Ability to drive Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner
- Ability to operate machinery and trailers used for underground/overhead cable installation
- Ability to prioritize and organize crew effectively
- Ability to read complex system layouts from blueprints
- Ability to work independently and on a crew
Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position
Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Required Education
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
- Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record within Company required standards
- Class “A” CDL license is a plus.
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Lineman Training or 1+ years of Utility/Electrical/Telecom
Working Conditions
- This job operates in a field environment.
- This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
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A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
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