Fiber Optics Technician
bf contractingPhoenix, AZ
Fiber Optics Technician
L4
bf contractingPhoenix, AZtoday
Occupations
Telecommunications Line Installers and RepairersFirst-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction WorkersPhotonics TechniciansIndustries
Wired Telecommunications CarriersElectrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation ContractorsFiber Optic Cable ManufacturingField Coordination And Oversight Provide field coordination and oversight to fiber/splice crews. This position is responsible for overall safety, materials, reporting, leadership, employee communication, and productivity measures.
Responsibilities:
- Review plans and permits
- Supervise, train, and develop work crews, provide input and assist crews when needed in operating other equipment and/or assist the laborers out in the field
- Maintain a safe worksite and enforce safe work practices by following company rules and OSHA regulations, leading crew pre-task planning, addressing employee concerns, and hazard abatement
- Take action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, fiber, and falling objects
- Ensure that materials, equipment, and tools are safely loaded/unloaded, secured to crew vehicles, cleaned and maintained as prescribed
- Inspect company vehicles for proper operating conditions, proper security, and proper stock of materials, both pre- and post-trip
- Report any maintenance needs or improper operating conditions of crew trucks or equipment to the proper party
- Check work area to ensure it is clean, secure, good housekeeping is being practiced, poses no risk to the public, employees, or the environment
- Write any necessary reports, complete forms, post job related information on computer, find job information on computer as required and directed
- Enter and submit the crew's hours of work accurately, ensure timecards are signed by all crew members
Perform safety inspections of crew and equipment, provide feedback, stop any unsafe work (stop work authority), and complete reports as necessary, Near Misses, Incident/Accident Reports, etc.
Monitor quality standards of all jobs, including crew performance, and ensure that all quality assurance and company standards are met
Ensure adherence to ethics and compliance requirements
Perform a wide variety of manual labor tasks involving dexterous use of hand tools such as pneumatic, electric, and hand tools
Wear required PPERequired Skills & Abilities
High School diploma or equivalent education
Preferred 2-4yrs of experience in fiber installation
Preferred 2-4yrs of Fiber Splicing process
Preferred 2-4yrs of Testing Fiber using OTDROSHA 30IMSA certification a plus
Strong focus on safety, quality, integrity, accountability, productivity, and teamwork
Good communication skills and the ability to manage and interact in a team environment
Ability to read and follow plans, drawings, and directions (verbal and written)
Knowledge of street and highway fiber rules and regulations, and safety precautions to be observed in working on or near roads and highways
Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environmentOSHA, competent person, confined space, and hazard abatement training
Thorough knowledge of safety standards and Underground Facilities Law (Blue Stake, Arizona 811)
Knowledge of hand and power tools
Must be able to work safely outdoors in Arizona heat conditions and perform all job duties with no restrictions.
Must have flexibility in personal schedule including weekdays and occasional night and weekend work
Ability to stand and exert physical effort performing manual labor most of the day
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Ability to work in severe weather conditions, including extreme heat
Valid driver license and clean driving record
Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug tests
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to:
The outdoor elements, subject to variations in temperature and weather conditions, equipment noise, and dust
May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling
Culture IndexIn addition to submitting your resume, please find 7-8 minutes to complete a simple 2 question survey as part of the overall interview process. Candidates who submit both their resume, and the survey - will be given priority in the interview process. Culture Index SurveyNotice to all Employment, Staffing, and Recruiting Agencies and Recruiters: Do not directly email, call, message, or visit our hiring managers. B&F Contracting does not accept unsolicited resumes. Should any be received from a third party, they will not be considered unless a signed agreement is already in place. If you would like to discuss becoming a preferred staffing vendor for B&F, please contact our Human Resources team, who will advise you on the process.
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Level
MidL4
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Occupation
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers
Industry
Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Posted
today
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