What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lineman Field Technician position at Alaska Communications?
At Alaska Communications, we’re committed to putting our team first, always being customer focused, having a can-do attitude, owning our results and always acting with integrity. This is what we hire for and what our team members exhibit each day. Want to make an impact with us?
We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas.
The Compensation Range For This Job Is
$45.31 - $51.03
Position Summary
Field Technicians duties are to install and maintain all Alaska Communications services, facilities, and products in assigned work areas, remote and non-remote. This is including but not limited to terrestrial (buried and aerial) Copper and Fiber Optic Plant, Wireless and Microwave towers, facilities such as Remote nodes, Access Points, and cross connects.
Examples Of Job Duties
Lineman
Education and Experience Required
Must have a high school diploma and must possess and maintain a driver’s license. Four (4) years training in a relevant telephone apprentice program or equivalent experience leading to journeyman level performance in this specialty, with two (2) years' experience in the skills and work this position will typically perform. Ability to operate necessary equipment. To read and interpret schematics and diagrams. Ability to climb and perform work functions on poles and to differentiate colors.
Certifications And Licenses Required
This position requires you to possess and maintain an Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, as well as a valid Certificate of Medical Examination (Medical Card) and pass a DOT Drug and Alcohol Background check.
Additional Job Requirements
External applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment suitability assessment and a DOT drug test.
We hope you’ll join us as we change lives through technology.
We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas.
The Compensation Range For This Job Is
$45.31 - $51.03
Position Summary
Field Technicians duties are to install and maintain all Alaska Communications services, facilities, and products in assigned work areas, remote and non-remote. This is including but not limited to terrestrial (buried and aerial) Copper and Fiber Optic Plant, Wireless and Microwave towers, facilities such as Remote nodes, Access Points, and cross connects.
Examples Of Job Duties
Lineman
- Build Alaska Communications plant, aerial and underground.
- Maintain OSP poles and towers, cables copper and fiber optic, pedestals, terminals and drops.
- Operate various apparatus such as tractors, back hoes, trenchers, augers and other heavy equipment.
- Create as-builts and help maintain records by providing updates.
- Build and maintain aerial and buried Alaska Communications lines.
- Does right of way clearing using hand tools, power tools or heavy equipment.
Education and Experience Required
Must have a high school diploma and must possess and maintain a driver’s license. Four (4) years training in a relevant telephone apprentice program or equivalent experience leading to journeyman level performance in this specialty, with two (2) years' experience in the skills and work this position will typically perform. Ability to operate necessary equipment. To read and interpret schematics and diagrams. Ability to climb and perform work functions on poles and to differentiate colors.
Certifications And Licenses Required
This position requires you to possess and maintain an Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, as well as a valid Certificate of Medical Examination (Medical Card) and pass a DOT Drug and Alcohol Background check.
Additional Job Requirements
External applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment suitability assessment and a DOT drug test.
We hope you’ll join us as we change lives through technology.
Salary : $45 - $51