Communications (Fiber) Lineman

Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County is seeking a Communications Lineman to install and maintain overhead and underground fiber optic systems.

You will perform splicing, operate related equipment, and ensure safety compliance under RCW/WAC requirements, possibly working with or without supervision while supporting fiber optic crews. Responsibilities include installation/splicing, tool management, driving, and general construction tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Requires good interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with customers and contractors.
• Requires ability to perform construction and splicing practices for the installation and splicing of the overhead and underground fiber optic system.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and fiber optic systems.
• Requires experience and interpretation abilities of construction drawings and construction and operating instructions.
• Ability to climb poles or towers.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and splicing of the overhead and underground fiber optic system.
• Manage tools and equipment for fiber optic installations and maintenance.
• Drive a vehicle and assist in wire pulling and general construction.
• Maintain attendance and comply with safety procedures and RCW/WAC rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support fiber optic operations.

Skills

Transmission systems knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Pole/tower climbing

Reading/writing English

Safety procedures adherence

Education

No post-secondary education required

Some college or fiber optic training desired

Job description

Contract Rate

$46.04 per hour

Job Posting

Overview

The Communications Lineman installs and maintains overhead and underground fiber optic systems. Complete assigned work in a safe and efficient manner and maintain general condition of assigned equipment and tools. May be responsible for completing time slips, forms and reports affecting work assignments in a timely manner. May be required to work with or without supervision when not working with fiber optic crews.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and splicing of the overhead and underground fiber optic system. Efficiently construct all phases of overhead and underground fiber optics work including splicing in compliance with all District fiber optics construction standards and practices.
• Responsible for assigned tools and equipment needed to install and maintain the Districts fiber optic system. This includes responsibility for protection and functional order of tools and may include purchasing and inventory of new equipment, tools, and learning new technology.
• Perform truck driving; assist in wire pulling, manual excavation and general construction.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
• As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Reports To

Superintendent - Fiber & Telecom Operations

Overtime exemption

Non-Exempt

Education

Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

• No post-secondary education required.
• Some college or fiber optic training desired.

Experience

• 2+ years line crew or fiber optic construction and maintenance experience required.
• Fiber optic splicing experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire required.
• Class A CDL License with current medical card and air brake restriction removed upon hire is required.
• Flagger Certification within 180 days required.
• CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation with Valid First Aid Card within 180 days required.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Requires good interpersonal skills to interact and communicate with customers and contractors.
• Requires ability to perform construction and splicing practices for the installation and splicing of the overhead and underground fiber optic system.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and fiber optic systems.
• Requires experience and interpretation abilities of construction drawings and construction and operating instructions.
• Ability to climb poles or towers.
• Ability to develop and maintain a working knowledge of and comply with district safety procedures in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Drug Screening

This position is designated as safety-sensitive for the purposes of pre-employment testing for illegal drugs (other than marijuana) because the essential functions include operating motorized vehicle, heavy machinery, rotating or heavy equipment, or power machines or tools.

Physical Demands

• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Regularly
• Walking - Regularly
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist - Frequently
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Frequently
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Occasionally
• Lifting 11-25 lbs Floor-Waist - Frequently
• Lifting 11-25 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Occasionally
• Twisting at Waist - Frequently
• Stooping/Bending - Frequently
• Reach Floor to Waist - Frequently
• Reach Waist to Shoulder - Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder - Frequently
• Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Frequently
• Hand Controls (joy stick, controls on equipment, etc.) - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Visual - Near Acuity - Frequently
• Visual - Far Acuity - Frequently
• Visual - Depth Perception - Frequently
• Visual - Color Discrimination - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Exposure to Weather - Regularly
• Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts - Frequently
• Atmospheric Conditions (dust, fumes, etc.) - Occasionally
• Exposure to Electricity - Occasionally
• Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values

• Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety
• Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us
• Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect
• Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Washington Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake restriction removed and current medical card within 180 days of employment. If a CDL is required or is requested by the District on a voluntary basis, the individual will be subject to the applicable federal regulations, which include random drug testing.

DISCLAIMER

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

EEO

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITIONS

Safety-sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment drug screening. An essential function of this job involves duties which categorize this position as safety-sensitive.