Field Excavator Operator- Fiber Service
- Job Title
- Field Excavator Operator- Fiber Service
- Job ID
- 27683770
- Location
- San Antonio, TX 78245
- Other Location
- Description
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The Operator is responsible for running the mini excavator and assisting the Splicer in terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and their related equipment with the end goal of providing maximum operating efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Operate and maintain the mini excavator.
2. Assist the Splicer in all daily activities.
3. Splice fiber optic cables.
4. Troubleshoot and perform maintenance to resolve signal problems.
5. Operate technical equipment.
6. Reading and interpreting work prints and splice diagrams.
7. Keep detailed records of work activity.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Experience operating a mini- excavator/ excavator
- Knowledge/ Experience in the Fiber Optics Industry
- Clean & Valid Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Effective communication skills, as required in responding to customer questions and complaints.
• Organized and attentive to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency with hand tools
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time throughout San Antonio.
• Proficiency in the use of a computer, and software applications including Microsoft Office.
• Solid interpersonal skills – outgoing, positive, and user-friendly.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prefer related experience in a start up environment.
• Prefer related work experience in a Fiber Optic installation operation position.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
• Job requires employee to stand on his/her feet for extended periods of time, climb ladders, walk considerable distances on worksite, lift objects up to 50 lbs, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping, and crouching.
• Work is performed outside with the exposure of weather extremes such as but not limited to, heat, rain, and cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to excessive due to high traffic areas and/or areas of construction.