Aerial Construction Technician
Company: Spectrum Inc
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Under moderate supervision, build, repair and maintain HFC
(hybrid fiber coax) plant and FTTH plant (Fiber to the Home) Work
on a crew to construct outside plant Aerial/UG network
infrastructure
Travel Requirement: 100%
Reporting out of Florence or Louisville, KY
Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and
enhance the customer experience
Perform complex installations of cable in underground and/or
overhead environments using most recent company specifications and
industry standards.
Prepare underground system plant for repairs; includes trenching,
pot holing, backfill, and repair or replacement of conduits, poles,
risers or pedestals.
Perform investigation and repair of cut fiber optic cables or
impairments
Dig trenches and fill ditches; bury cable; place cable in trenches
and through conduit.
Install equipment used to house HFC & FTTH equipment, ground plant,
or place rod or wire to serve as ground for future
installations.
Work with other Construction Technicians, in-house Technicians, as
well as third-party contractors in the performance of their
duties.
Perform traffic control and/or flagging as necessary.
Load and unload cable equipment and tools.
Read system prints and place cable according to prints.
Calculate signal losses from all cable lines and devices, using
signal level meter.
Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations,
as applicable.
Know, understand and follow company policies.
Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Ability to read, write and speak EnglishAbility to use the
following hand tools electric drills, hammers, wrenches,
screwdriversAbility to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds
of weather while carrying tools and equipment, including gaffs,
ladders, and fully loaded tool beltsAbility to safely use
weight-bearing equipment (such as gaffs, safety harness and
ladders) within the maximum weight limitations of that
equipmentAbility to use personal computer and software
applicationsAbility to accurately measure distances, using tapes or
other measuring devicesAbility 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 neededAbility
to differentiate between different sizes, types and colors of
wiresAbility to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending,
reaching, twistingAbility 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
timeAbility to work with small components and wires to make cable
connectionsAbility to use handheld communication devices and
applicationsAbility to adhere to Local, Federal regulations and
Company policiesAbility to dig in all types of soilAbility to drive
Company vehicle in a safe and responsible mannerAbility to operate
machinery used for underground/overhead cable installationAbility
to prioritize and organize effectivelyAbility to read general
system layouts from blueprintsAbility to work independently and on
a crewKnowledge of traditional fiber architectures, Fiber Plant
maintenanceKnowledge of Fusion splicers and related
equipmentKnowledge of basic mathematics and electronicsKnowledge of
company products and servicesKnowledge of National Electric Code
and National Electrical Safety Code and OSHA
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent work experienceValid driver's
license with satisfactory driving record within company required
standards
Industry and vendor specific certifications and training (NCTI,
SCTE, BCT/E) preferred
Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
2+ years construction work experience preferred
Preferred Skills/Abilities and KnowledgeUtility/Electrical/Telecom
knowledge or experience
Preferred Education
Commercial Driver License - Class A
OSHA 10Electrical TrainingNESC Communications 1910.268
Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years1+ years of
Utility/Electrical/Telecom
WORKING CONDITIONSWork indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated
areas such as attics, basements, crawlspaces and/or
manholesExposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and
cleaning solutionsWork outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all
times of the day or nightWork performed near power lines and
electricityWork performed at various heights above ground on
telephone/power polesWork and travel whenever required and in
inclement weatherMandatory travel on a weekly basis when
required
#LI-AST001
EFR126 2024-31640 2024
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stage of life.
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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