Waveguide Apprentice Telecom Lineman, Fairfield ME

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to able to read maps (design), able to run assist wheel and figure 8 fiber
• Can successfully climb poles and be productive
• Build strand, lash cable and fiber and be able to handle basic pole transfers
• Assemble stock I.E. snow shoes, bands
• Must be able to load a lasher
• Ability to be handle crew paperwork ie) production for the day and documentation
• Familiar with, and understand the use of, all tools and stock
• Stock truck with stock for the day’s job assignment
• Check oil and do VIR before every shift
• Responsible for general organization of truck and cleanliness of truck both in and out
• Accountable for the advancement and training of anyone on the levels below them
• Conscientious regarding the safety of him/herself at times as well as the safety of every other crew member or individual on the job site

Qualifications:

• Show up for work daily and on time
• Must be able to pass a Background Check, and Drug Screens
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver’s license and pass random driver’s license screenings
• Ability to make independent judgment and perform repetitive tasks
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers
• Within 90 days of start date, take and pass OSHA-10 Certification
• Must be able to take and pass, and continue to pass a DOT Physical
• Travel is requirement although it is mostly local; nights & weekends may be required depending on the current work. Job is performed throughout the New England area, although predominately in NH, MA and ME
• Overtime should be expected

Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Drive and operate a vehicle, and/or bucket. Environmental conditions: exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise. Requires the ability to sit for extended periods, stand, bend, walk, communicate via telephone, computer and/or face-to-face contact, vision to monitor, and use basic office equipment such as a personal computer, copier and fax machines regularly during the course of work.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.