Cable and Line Utilityworker

Job Description

Semi‑skilled work supporting the City of Akron traffic signal or line and cable communication systems. An employee assists skilled workers in performing installation, maintenance, and repair tasks in overhead and underground wire systems used in the City’s traffic signal system, or in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s line and cable communication system.

Assists skilled workers in installing and removing overhead and underground wire, cable and fiber optics. Loads and unloads equipment and tools including cables, signals, wires, etc. Manually digs holes and ditches to install laterals, hand holes and ducts. Helps install various signal or communication equipment such as fire alarm boxes, traffic lights, flashers, wood or steel poles, mast arms, towers, terminal boxes, audio and video systems, security alarms and telephone systems.

Assists in installing conduit, circuit breakers and other electrical equipment on City property. Prepares pipe and electrical conduit for use in various projects. Sets up traffic cones and barricades around work sites. Helps tighten overhead wires and trims trees that interfere with overhead equipment. Climbs poles and towers as necessary. Operates a bucket truck and line truck and specialized equipment on each vehicle.

Responds to emergency calls, both during and outside normal working hours, to assist in the repair of signal or communications equipment. Performs related work as required.

A minimum of one year of paid experience in work involving the installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signal or line and cable communication systems. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license. Some knowledge of the standard tools, equipment, practices, hazards and safety precautions associated with the maintenance, repair and installation of traffic signal or line and cable communications systems.

Mechanical aptitude. Sufficient physical strength and stamina to work under adverse weather conditions and to perform any of the duties of this classification below ground or at various heights above ground. Ability to differentiate between or match colors, including shades of color and brightness. Ability to respond to emergency calls. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds work together.

In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity or expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance or political affiliation.

The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process. The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible.

Alcohol, marijuana and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre‑employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana and the illegal or unauthorized use of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.