Telecom Construction Specialist

Responsibilities

• Ensures the execution of overhead/underground construction duties such as: placing hard-line Connectivity & Platformss, frame and strand poles, transfer facilities between poles, place Connectivity & Platforms in joint trench, and safe operation of construction vehicles and Connectivity & Platforms trailers.
• Investigates and monitors accurate record keeping concerning project start, milestone dates, production logs, material costs, and labor expenditures.
• Instructs work site safety standards; conducts work site visits to ensure compliance with safety standards and participates in regular safety meetings with the crew.
• Supports Specialists and leadership team with coordination of projects.
• Generates logs and reports on construction, projects, materials, and expenditures.
• Reviews, resolves, follows-up customer request and complaints.
• Maintains performance of construction crew to established goals and objectives.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Captures and updates the JT or Polaris entry (job docs/maps) QC for path verification.
• Primary contractor interface day-to-day in the field and in turn acts as the NGAN liaison with the Regional network Technicians.
• New or upgraded power supply in place and operational (in continuity) prior to cut date.
• Overall responsibility of the quality of the NGAN product: from the contractor building and to the Operations we hand off to.
• It is expected that this role is in the field 80% of their time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in telecommunications construction.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.