Construction Line Technician

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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All phases of underground construction include but are not limited to:

• 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 underground 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

• 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.
• Previous experience and knowledge of underground utility construction helpful
• 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 dig in all types of soil
• 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

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.