OSP Tech I

ALLO Communications•Lincoln, NE

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At ALLO, we believe people are our biggest asset. Our team brings the ALLO mission to life because as local members of each community, we live, work, play, and volunteer right here with you. We're passionate about being involved and contributing to the success and progress of each of our GIG Communities. We pursue these passions because ALLO leaders have created a workplace where folks are valued, ideas are heard, and leaders and teammates show up for each other at work and in life. The ALLO OSP Technicians are dedicated to safely building, splicing, testing, and maintaining an all-fiber network in ALLO communities to provide maximum operating efficiency. ALLO OSP Techs understand how their role directly impacts ALLO growth and by meeting timely deliverables with high standards, they will ensure that customer needs and company goals can be met. ALLO OSP Techs will work closely with Leadership and Subject Matter Experts in their assigned content areas to stay current with procedures and processes.

Requirements

Raise objects up to 50 lbs
Remain upright on feet for extended periods
Remain stationary for extended periods
Ability to communicate information
Ability to crouch and crawl
Move on foot up to 10 miles per day
Ability to bend, kneel, and stand
Ability to crawl in tight spaces
Ability to ascend/descend a ladder
Ability to carry tools and equipment
Ability to operate a computer
Ability to observe details at far range
Ability to operate hand tools and equipment
Ability to operate machinery
Ability to work in outdoor weather
Identify different colors
DOT Physical/Certification
Possess a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

1 year telecommunication experience preferred

Responsibilities

Install/blow locate string line in underground conduit systems
Use of motorized equipment to pull fiber cable/MSTs through underground conduit systems
Manual excavation with shovels may be required
Restore disturbed soil/ grass/landscaping
Verify the accuracy and documents any discrepancies or fiber changes relating to the installation of string, MSTs, or cable
Prepare all field reports relating to work accomplished accurately and timely
Operate and maintain company owned vehicles, complete driver logs and vehicle documents
Operate hydraulic aerial lifts (buckets) and climb ladders
Splice all fiber counts to 864F in all enclosures
Splice CO and PON cabinets
Complete design verification in field
Have familiarity of splice documentation and ability to edit
Have familiarity of SmartSheets
Set up of aerial and underground splice points to include taping, directional marking, grounding, cable management tray installation, hanging cases and securing in vault
Have knowledge and familiarity of aerial and underground cable and MST installation
Perform field and cabinet testing
Perform complex troubleshooting with test equipment: power meter, VFL, traffic identifier
Perform aerial maintenance
Install cabinet splitters and perform CO cabling
Provide detailed splicing/cable installation training
Perform QA/QC of network facilities
Coordinate and oversee vehicle, trailer, and equipment maintenance as needed
Maintain clean driving record
Locate fiber – complete Fiber Locating Course (market dependent)
Work overtime as needed; may be required to work long hours during emergency situations including after-hours restorations
Perform other duties as assigned