Construction Technician

NOTE:

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list. In addition, they do not establish an employment contract, as employment with Sierra Tel is always at-will.

COMPANY: Sierra Telephone

DEPARTMENT: Construction

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Construction Supervisor

LOCATION: Oakhurst & Bootjack

HOURS: Full-time work schedule; “Construction Winter Schedule” (Pacific Standard Time) 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (eight hours), Monday through Friday, “Construction Summer Schedule” (Pacific Daylight Saving Time) 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ten hours) Monday through Thursday. This position may be required to work overtime, including weekends and evenings as needed.

DEADLINE: Open until filled

POSITIONS TO BE FILLED: One

STARTING PAY: 21.00 to $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

This position is responsible for assisting with the various activities associated with the construction of telephone Outside Plant facilities, completed in the safest and most efficient manner.

Assist the construction crew with the following:

• Drive different vehicles to many job locations.
• Pothole existing underground utilities to confirm location of actual utility by hand-digging or using a pothole vacuum machine.
• Operate equipment and hand tools associated with construction work.
• Place pedestals, pull boxes, cables, and conduits in open trenches according to engineering drawings, Company procedures, and quality standards.
• Tow equipment trailer safely to and from jobsites.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Perform other duties as needed.

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) is desirable.
• One year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in underground construction-related activities desirable.

• Must have a valid Class C California driver’s license with a minimum of three years of driving experience.
  • Driving experience must have occurred after having passed a traffic laws and signs test.
  • If relocating to California from another state or country, must have, at a minimum, a valid driver’s license issued by the home state equivalent to a California Class
    
    C. The employee will be required to obtain a California driver’s license within ten days.
  • Must be insurable via the Company’s standard auto insurance policy procedures.
• Must be able to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license prior to completion of the second calendar year of employment.

• Skill to
  • Use standard software programs, including basic Internet operations.
  • Operate and care for light equipment in a safe and efficient manner; apply preventative maintenance principles and methods.
  • Perform basic math calculations.
  • Effectively communicate with customers and coworkers in English, verbally, and in writing.
  • Plan and organize multiple tasks under deadline pressure.
  • Analyze and solve problems related to specific job tasks.
  • Proficiently use various hand tools and digging equipment.
  • Excavate buried facilities using a shovel, pick, digging bar, pneumatic jackhammer, or other devices that might be required to complete the project.
  • Read cable schematics, splice diagrams, and construction staking sheets.
• Ability to
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding customer and Company information.
  • Calmly and professionally work with a variety of people and personalities.
  • Project a professional image in conduct, attire, grooming, and manner of speech.
  • Learn additional Company software applications.
  • Maintain paperwork in a neat, organized manner.
  • Adapt to changes in procedures and responsibilities.
  • Follow instructions completely and accurately.
  • Meet deadlines and function under emergency repair conditions.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to…