What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Construction position at Surf Internet?
Overview: The Fiber Construction team is responsible for the underground and/or aerial construction of conduit and fiber for Surf Internet fiber broadband projects. The Fiber Construction Technician will assume a number of different responsibilities as described below in the execution of each new fiber project.
Reports to: Fiber Construction/Splicing Manager
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Reports to: Fiber Construction/Splicing Manager
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
- Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects.
- Prepare a worksite to locate utilities and eliminate possible hazards.
- Load, unload and transport construction materials and tools.
- Hand dig to clear debris for an operator.
- Check utilities and clearances.
- Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements, including locating utilities.
- Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings and parts to specifications.
- Assist with drilling fluid mixing and clean-up.
- Assist with job site clean-up.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience operating a directional drill required.
- Experience installing conduit and fiber optic cables preferred.
- Education in Utilities Construction preferred.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Must be able to travel, minimum required is less than 5 days per month.
- Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. regularly.
- Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.