Construction Technician

Job Summary

Under the oversight of the Construction Supervisor, the Construction Technician-I performs entry-level labor and project work. The role requires basic knowledge of fiber optic, copper, and aerial cabling, and operations of industrial equipment (vibratory plow, trencher, digging equipment and industrial pneumatic bore).

Essential Duties, Responsibilities And Expectations

• Perform in a support role and place direct buried cabling (fiber, copper) into the ground/earth.
• Perform earthwork labor with various hand tools and industry related equipment (vibratory plow, trencher, digging equipment, industrial pneumatic bore).
• Perform maintenance of buried cable, performing tests and repairs (removals, replacement, and splicing).
• Restore all disturbed surfaces including concrete and pavement surfaces to acceptable conditions.
• Operate (when supervised) various heavy equipment, as needed (plows, backhoes, trailer, etc.).
• Select and attach appropriate hardware, install, or reinstall in accordance with project work order.
• Work with copper and fiber optic cables in accordance with construction plans and drawings (new construction).
• Absorb and assist with preventative maintenance on project worksite(s) cables.
• Perform cable tests to troubleshoot issues and identify defective components or sections.
• Repair or remove and replace defective cable section or related component(s).
• Remove obsolete cable as appropriate.
• Mount demarcation devices and system protectors at assigned project work locations (customer’s property, field work site, company’s facility).
• Operate daily, a computer system and software programs which include, but are not limited to performing documentation of time entries, expense reports, material usage documentation, review credit card statements, and process fiber testing reports (from test meters).
• Other computer programs operated daily, including mapping software, MS Teams, and Virtual training (webinars, videos).
• Maintain and organize department files related to current / completed jobs, and receipts.
• Perform data entry into Excel, denoting cable footages, reel numbers, and other materials used.
• Schedule meetings with customers, contractors, and other utilities to go over plans for jobs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION)

• Successful completion of a grade-12 high school diploma program, equivalent GED type of secondary education certificate / diploma.
• A minimum of one (1) year of successful work experience performing construction work, and operating mechanical/pneumatic equipment.
• A valid, state-issued, and insurable drivers’ license.
• Preferred: Completion of one or more of the following certifications: Successful completion of Technical School, a 2-year / associate degree (in Electronics, Telecommunications, and/or Construction), Class A CDL , Tower Certification, Pole Certification