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JOB SUMMARY
Safely works in both tight spaces overhead and underground to repair or install overhead and underground communication lines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 5 years prior experience in the skill of splicing communication lines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Class A CDL or willingness and ability to obtain.
- Current DOT Medical Exam card or willingness to obtain.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness and ability to obtain.
KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Fine motor skills and visual acuity is required for success.
- Demonstrate the ability to read instructions, write reports and work with computers.
- Ability to differentiate between colors.
- Must be willing and able to join Montana IBEW under outside communication contract upon hire.
- May need to respond under stressful or urgent situations.
- Awareness of all Safety regulations for Line Companies; knowledge of all Utility, N.E.S.C., DOT and OSHA Safety Rules.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurately and thoroughly performs splicing of communication lines throughout the area served by the organization. Knowledge of splicing both fiber optic as well as copper lines required.
- Performs all work and handles all tools in accordance with accepted safety rules, regulations, and practices relating to the trade.
- Interpret specifications and diagrams to properly connect lines as required by the job plans. Insulates now joints and fits with lead sleeves. Applies cable sheathing to repel moisture.
- When appropriate, practices barricading on public highways and public right-of-ways to include the proper use of warning signs, devices, and flagging procedures.
- Accurately and legibly completes, as required or assigned: Tailboards, Service Orders, Accident Reports, Interruption Reports, etc.
- Maintains ongoing, effective communication with direct supervisor regarding the specifics of each assignment, problems that may occur, and questions that may arise. Reports immediately any known hazardous conditions affecting the crew or public that exists on lines, stations, etc. Make suggestions on revisions needed.
- Maintains and properly uses all trucks, equipment, and tools assigned to him/her to ensure all are in proper working order at all times. Performs daily inspection on trucks and equipment completing the inspection forms required.
- Responds to duty calls as soon as possible, day or night, seven days a week, to correct the problem and/or restore service.
- Be willing to perform all of the duties for all of the positions in his/her crew, according to the job descriptions, in order to meet the requirements and deadlines of the work being performed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Wage is per Montana Communication Contract, IBEW Local 206, 532 or 768
- Benefits are tied to union membership.
- Medical/Dental/Vision.
- Retirement plan contribution of 6% of earnings. Retirement plan contribution is not a match contribution occurs in the absence of employee contribution to retirement plan.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Background check, MVR and drug screen required.
- All hiring decisions are based on merit. Disabled/Veterans candidates encouraged to apply | EEO/AAP
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