CI Services, LLC is rapidly growing as we expand our field operations and support teams to keep up with market demand. We would love for you to join our team! We offer our employees Medical benefits, a 401k plan with a company match, paid time off including 6 company holidays, and much more. Use the latest in vehicles, machinery, and tools as you get paid to learn! Both experienced and new hires welcomed.
The Cable Construction Technician position is a mid-level to senior level construction worker that can perform all aspects of telecommunication cable construction with a strong emphasis on MDU and underground cable and fiber installation work, splice fiber, and has a good working knowledge of MDU and underground rules and regulations. Technician will be expected to undertake a lead and/or a foreman role in the field for aerial, MDU and underground fiber related work.
Primary Responsibilities
Terminate, splice, and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber
Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter and OTDR
Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools
Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently
Ability to read, understand and update splice documentation and maps as required
Be available for 7 day / 24 hour stand by periods every 2 weeks
Climb and use ladders on poles for accessing aerial fiber plant
Perform underground construction activities, including but not limited to, pulling new cable/fiber through conduits, digging up and repairing damaged conduit and underground vaults or pedestals
100% Ability to travel and stay overnight within the coverage area
Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Bury service lines minimum 6" to 24" depth with hand trenching when required and with drop plows and boring capabilities
Read and understand existing underground facility locates
Identify and locate unmarked utilities
Restore job site to the original condition
Responsible for damages
Review all requested and existing services with the customer before installation of new lines
Stick Bore knowledge and understanding
Directional bore experience
Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications
Education:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); related trade school experience
Requirements
Experience
Minimum of 2-4 years of splicing experience in telecommunications or utility industry
Proven ability to understand and follow directions
Technical Skills
Must be able to record and organize paperwork via hardcopy and electronic format
Organized with a strong attention to detail and capable of working with minimum supervision
Must be able to read, comprehend and interpret site plans, construction drawings and scopes of work
Thorough understanding of the local permitting process and requirements for all work activities requiring permits, including traffic control
Must be able to create materials list based on plans/scope of work, order and compile materials for crew in advance of deployment
Industrial First Aid and CPR certifications and experience
Demonstrated expertise in construction skills, including underground and aerial telecommunication construction techniques, fiber splicing techniques, emergency restoration practices, and general industry knowledge
Job related certifications such as safety, fiber training and experience with various manufacturers
Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency
Physical Requirements
Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 75 lbs
Travel to work sites 75-80% of the time
Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces
Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
May be required to work long and unpredictable hours, including work after normal business hours in the event physical restoration of fiber plant is needed.
Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather
Must possess valid driver's license
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Telecommunications
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