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Job Description

Salary : Aerial Lineman

BROADBAND TELECOM SERVICES, INC.

Broadband Telecom Services is a comprehensive telecommunications construction contracting company.

JOB CLASSIFICATION : Full-time, Non-Exempt

LOCATION : Austin, Texas

REPORTS TO : Construction Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Aerial Construction Lineman performs routine, preventative aerial construction on coax and fiber plant, also green field and brown field construction, splicing and activation. The Aerial Construction Tech may also perform pole transfers, install risers and help other crews when needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING

• Follows established construction processes and compliance with all Local, State, Federal laws; and BTS Cable and customer requirements and standards.
• Must be able to work aloft on ladder, climbers, platform or bucket truck
• Performs proper set up for aerial construction completion of fiber and coaxial plant.
• Utilizes a field strength meter, optical test equipment, hand tools and splicing tools to splice and / or activate the cable system.
• Repairs cable in emergency situations while working on stand-by for a one-week period. Must have the capability to be at outage sites in a specified time frame.
• Completes and reports test point measurements for plant activation & repair.
• May communicate with various departments or individuals to ensure the proper cable is being constructed or repaired.
• Assists in the installation and activation of fiber optic cable, trunk and feeder coaxial cables related to network operations.
• Performs Job Hazard Analysis on all jobs prior to set up and starting.
• Identify potential hazards that may impact the completion of the job or endanger your-self or coworkers.
• Maintains and stocks company-issued vehicle with necessary tools and materials to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Complete and assign appropriate codes in Penguin Data to ensure accurate invoicing at the end of each day.
• Recognizes, practices, and enforces BTS Cable Safety Rules and Procedures on a consistent basis.
• Completes as build and uploads to Penguin Data at the end of each day
• Completes preventative and demand construction work as required or assigned.
• Must be able to analyze problems and identify repairs.
• Provides support to and performs the duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment and dedication to delivering excellent customer service through executing by BTS Mission and Values.
• Maintains a strong line of open communication with direct Supervisor and management team to address and resolve issues in a timely manner and drive productivity.
• Maintains and supports a brand Company image by displaying a professional attitude and appearance at all times.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & LICENSES / CERTIFICATES :

LANGUAGE / MATHEMATICAL SKILLS & REASONING ABILITY

REASONING ABILITY & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working conditions may be considered hazardous or unpleasant caused by traffic, weather, lighting conditions, climbing, or being underground. Will be exposed to dust, and some chemical fumes / materials such heat shrink, and gases and fumes which are given off when shrink material is heated by torch, gasoline fumes, RTV, silicon lubricant, etc.

MATERIALS AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT USED

Hand tools, splicing tools, two-way test equipment, ladders, drills, power meter, field strength meter, voltmeter, truck, bucket truck, van, heat shrink, cleansers, computer, calculator, plant prints, lasher, ropes, chain hoist and electronic schematics.

Management reserves the right to add or change job duties and requirements at any time.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

BENEFITS

Please visit our website atwww.btscable.comto apply online and learn more about our company.

Broadband Telecom Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individuals race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age handicap, disability, marital status, veteran status, reserve or National Guard status, or any other status protected by applicable law.