Fiber Optics Lineman

Primary Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Provide the needed services for the construction, operation, and maintenance of Aerial Fiber Networks
• Understanding of basic and/or advanced Fiber Installation principles
• Proficient with all phases of line construction
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans and specifications
• Plan and initiate projects,
• Must have adequate time management skills
• Install new hardware, strand, fiber optic cable, and Multi Service Terminals on existing utility poles
• Install and maintain anchors, down guys, overhead guys, etc.
• Build risers, install snowshoes/slack coils
• Provide technical skills necessary for precise and timely operation and maintenance of aerial fiber deployments with an emphasis on quality
• Keep abreast of all changes affecting any records, reports, and related information affecting this position. Work flexible hours, after hours work which would include nights and weekends
• On call rotation responding and restoring services for emergency calls, responsible for being on the job at short notice to repair damaged cables until service is restored.
• Review and interpret underground and aerial cable records in existing records, on maps or in the field.
• Must be able to create materials list based on plans/scope of work, order, and compile materials for crew in advance of deployment.
• Make precise recommendations for changes in running fiber optic cables, or provides input into construction methodologies
• May be asked to participate in engineering, permit and construction processes
• Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines (includes compliance with requirements outlined in applicable regulations such as: OSHA, FCC, NESC and NEC, etc; as well as following procedures as outlined in the Installation, Technical, Operations, and Safety Manuals, and Employee Handbook).
• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment
• Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Additional Responsibilities (Secondary Functions)

• Customer Service ‐ Interaction with project owners, engineers and coordinating with customers and engineers for scope changes and communicating those changes to the Project Manager.
• Ability to assist in supporting a group to successfully complete an assigned task, share knowledge and experience with the team, mentor junior technicians.
• Reporting- Provide timely feedback of task status, changes, issued, concerns and results
• Other- Serves as backup to other positions at the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Lineman Requirements & Qualifications
• Industrial First Aid and CPR certifications and experience.
• Ability to adhere to Local, Federal regulations and Company policies
• Ability to drive company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner, operate bucket trucks, pull splice labs, and pull trailers required to complete routine aerial construction

Working Conditions and Work Environment

• Ability to work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet
• Clear vision, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships
• Precise hand-eye coordination
• Exposure to varying temperatures as work is primarily outside.
• Noise levels are moderate to heavy.
• Work in different types of terrain including mud, sand, and dirt.
• Varying degrees of light as work may begin early morning and continue into the evenings.

About Expanse Electrical Company

Expanse Electrical Company offers an Excellent Compensation Package that includes a competitive salary and enrollment into our comprehensive benefits package.

Expanse Electrical Company is a leader in professional services, specializing in oilfield electrical construction & maintenance; industrial electrical supplies (serving the oil & gas industries); natural gas pipeline automation; utility distribution & transmission lines; and power substations.