Drop Bury Technician

at  TAK Communications

Description:
Our family of companies is a leading national telecommunications and broadband service provider that offers full value chain communications services and solutions to its customers across the US, from project management, engineering, and construction to drops, fulfilment and door-to-door sales in over 40 states. We pride ourselves on being a trusted business partner for its customers in the broadband and communications sector, providing solutions that exceed their expectations.
We are seeking a Drop Bury Technician to join our team in St. Louis, MO. In this role you will operate locate and bury drop equipment, identify and clearly mark existing underground cables and perform quality assurance checks.

Requirements:

• Prior experience with coax and fiber drop bury, rod boring and/or missile boring required
• Open to a variety of schedules; evenings and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Ability to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and energetic
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to travel overnight to other markets when/if needed.
• Ability to multi-task; changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional manner with customers, clients, co-workers and management
• Ability to complete work indoors, outdoors, in various weather, in tight spaces and elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time
• Valid driver’s license
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen

• Identifies and clearly marks existing underground cables as directed
• Identifies and marks locations of new cable to be buried underground (“bury drops”)
• Operates locate and bury drop equipment as required within areas of responsibility
• Performs a variety of tasks and duties to support both field personnel and our customers
• Performs quality assurance checks and completes the paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
• Wears safety apparel which includes hard hats (where required), safety vests, OSHA approved boots, etc.
• Meets company safety standards and OSHA requirements
• Drives Company vehicles safely, courteously and defensively; schedules appropriate maintenance as required
• Drives/maneuvers vehicle and cable trailer in and around construction sites, parking lots, etc.
• Adheres to company privacy guidelines to ensure each customer’s privacy
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Prior experience with coax and fiber drop bury, rod boring and/or missile boring required
• Open to a variety of schedules; evenings and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Ability to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and energetic
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to travel overnight to other markets when/if needed.
• Ability to multi-task; changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional manner with customers, clients, co-workers and management
• Ability to complete work indoors, outdoors, in various weather, in tight spaces and elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and working while standing up to 70% of the time
• Valid driver’s license
• Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran