Drop (Splicing) Technician - Fiber

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Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk beside trencher. Capable of carrying, handling,

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Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk beside trencher.
Capable of carrying, handling, and climbing 28-ft ladders
Ability to work at heights: Splicing fiber on utility poles and strands
Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.
Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can be in excess of normal hours and weekend and holiday work may be required.
Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen.
Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors.
Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field.

Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
The employee must frequently push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inclement weather conditions.
The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.