OSP Construction L3 Aerial Fiber Lineman
SyncGlobal Telecom, LLC / Crossbeam is seeking an Aerial Fiber Lineman to join our team in Bremen, GA. Our mission is to make telecommunications easy for our customers through superior technology, accessible technical expertise, and a relationships-first approach to customer care.
About the role
The OSP Construction L3 Aerial Fiber Lineman will focus on the day-to-day operations of fiber optic drop cable, both aerial and buried. This position works closely with contractor or internal crews installing drops, schedules drop installs based on Sales Department directions, performs quality inspections, runs splitter jumpers in FDH cabinets, and tests light at the NID on the side of the home. The role also involves documenting changes in GIS mapping tools, updating WebTop upon completion, and recording all connections and units in Smartsheet.
Responsibilities
- Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
- Maintain compliance with all company and safety policies and procedures
- Maintain good customer relations with homeowners/customers
- Schedule contractors according to direction from the Sales Department
- Train new employees on daily job functions
- Interpret work drawings and instructions and complete necessary paperwork
- Inspect the installation of both aerial and buried drops
- Treat customer property with care and ensure contractors do the same
- Operate hand tools, computer, iPad, GIS mapping tools, VFL, OTDR, and Power Meter
- Run fiber optic jumpers, label them, and document every connection in Smartsheets
- Inspect both aerial and buried mainline routes and existing drops while in the field
- Use the correct tool for each job and ensure tools are returned to the correct location
- Report any tools that need replacement
- Operate a fusion splice machine and install splice-on connectors
- Splice on live fiber optic cable, including reading splice drawings
- Safely operate a bucket truck
- Understand the “Dangers Above” of power poles
- Know construction principles for placing fiber optic cables aerial and underground
- Keep all tools and vehicles in a state of readiness
- Maintain good working relationships with other utility companies
- Operate line locating equipment for underground facilities
- Understand and follow SyncGlobal’s marking standards
- Work independently or cooperatively with supervision as part of a team
- Keep supervisor informed of progress, problems, safety concerns, and potential improvements
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Experienced with fiber splicing, testing, labeling, and documenting using laptops, iPads, etc.
- Experienced with utility construction, trenching, digging, aerial and underground construction, and fiber optic cable installation
- Ability to manage daily workload
- Preferred experience operating heavy equipment (HDD, backhoe, mini excavator, etc.)
- Preferred training: Pole climbing certification, Railroad Safety Training, Competent Person, Confined Space, First Aid, DOT Flagging, DOT Physical Card
Skills
- Ability to distinguish colors, including those in color-coded cable and fine print
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive attitude
- Safely drive company vehicles while pulling trailers and maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report
- Ability to learn new skills both on the job and in the classroom
- Physical ability to perform manual labor, including lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, digging, climbing, pulling cable, squatting, pushing, pulling, and bending
- Able to work long hours outdoors in all types of weather, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required
- Sufficient hand strength and dexterity to use industry-specific tools
- Able to climb ladders safely while maintaining balance and carrying materials (individual weight limit of 300 lbs., including 25 lb. tool carriage)
- Able to safely climb poles while maintaining balance
Pay
Minimum $33.01 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Referral program
Location: Applicant must live and reliably commute from within 35 miles of our home office in Bremen, GA. SyncGlobal is a Drug-Free Workplace and an equal opportunity employer.