MCG Telecommunications Lineman

Full-time

Oskaloosa, IA

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Telecommunications Lineman at Mahaska Communications Group (MCG) is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the company's overhead and underground fiber communication network. This role involves visiting customer sites and operating excavation equipment to ensure the efficient functioning of the communication infrastructure while adhering to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety consciousness and adhere to OSHA, Utility, Federal, State, and Local safety requirements during fiber optic cable placement.
• Install, maintain, and repair the communication network, including overhead and underground fiber, framing, strand, duct, enclosures, and copper.
• Provide accurate as-built information to be entered into the GIS system.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair the communication network, including OTDR, splicing, and replacement of fiber and copper cable.
• Perform quality control and quality assurance on all work performed.
• Participate in repairs during emergencies.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Experience with using hand tools and construction equipment preferred.
• Previous telecommunication or municipal electric utility experience preferred.
• A valid Iowa Driver's License and ability to drive to and from the work site is required.
• Ability to operate and maintain heavy equipment such as bucket trucks, aerial lifts, skid loaders, trenchers, cable plows, excavators, etc.
• Ability to accurately operate underground locating equipment and bore rig.
• Strong oral, written, and organizational skills.
• Ability to professionally address customer and team member concerns.
• Must be able to follow and understand established standards.
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with excavation equipment operation.
• Knowledge of GIS systems.