We are currently looking for an outside plant expert for our Fiber Guardian Field Coordinator. Is that you?
Being an Fiber Guardian Coordinator at PRG is a unique opportunity for the well-versed in outside plant telecommunications, bringing the best parts of the traditional job. Our Fiber Guardian Coordinators are well-versed in outside plant telecommunications. We oversee fiber both aerial and underground deployments. Our people have a passion for the telecommunications industry which gives them several options for career growth into roles such as Project Manager, Construction Manager, and more.
Because of the growing demand in high-speed fiber, we are searching for a teammate who's committed to working to protect our customer plant.
In the field, you'll be asked to perform the following functions:
- Receive your assignments
- Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Previous outdoor experience is a plus.
- Computer proficiency
- Valid driver's license and a safe driving record
- Able to walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Utilize utility locator equipment to verify underground utility paths within an excavation area.
- Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints.
- Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
- Report to the field to verify quality accuracy and adherence of work provided by our SOW.
- Visit every completed WO (Relo, rehabilitation, T2P, repairs, Forward Build etc.) within 48 hours of work completion to:
- Verify locate wire installed is intact
- Verify good tone on locate wire
- Locate entire segment/path related to job completion scope
- Verify and record depth
- Log and escalate any issues to GFiber FTE personnel
That’s the day in the life of a PRG Fiber Guardian Coordinator. If that sounds like an ideal day at work, keep reading to know what experience and skills we hope you have.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge in underground utilities experience is a plus.
- Educated on local area dig laws.
- Experience using locating equipment is a plus (Dynatel, RD, Rycom, Vivax, Etc.)
- Customer service acumen to interpret, communicate, and help deliver client needs
- Impressive ability to organize and prioritize projects
- Strong understanding of fiber engineering
- Computer proficiency and Microsoft tools to create, manage, and present data and reporting to various stakeholders and management
- Strong communication skills and ability to adjust delivery to your audience verbally and in writing
- Willingness to use your vehicle in the field (mileage reimbursement at the standard federal rate)
- Perform job rain or shine
- Must be able to walk extensively, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day
Still a good fit? If so, the selected candidate will enjoy the following perks and compensation:
- $28-$32/hr with the ability to earn an annual bonus.
- Health benefits include medical, dental & vision for you and your dependents on the first of the month following your start date.
- Company-paid Short-term Disability benefits after 1 year of service.
- 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following your start date with a safe-harbor match after 1 year of service.
- Supplemental Life Insurance is offered for you and your dependents.
- ClassPass shared cost membership is offered to each employee.
- Paid time off and holiday pay so you can enjoy time with your friends and family.
- Monthly phone allowance
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