Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $23.80 Starting -DOE

DFN is a top fiber internet service provider serving Lane, Douglas, and Coos counties. We are looking for motivated and dedicated individuals to join our team as Lineman in the Central Lane County area. We have four positions available to help us expand our fiber network.

No previous Lineman experience?We provide extensive on the job training for this position. This position is considered heavy physical work. Candidates with a background in manual labor, construction, or other physically demanding roles are encouraged to apply. If you have the desire, work ethic, and the aptitude, we can train you. Additional compensation is considered for those who hold a valid CDL.

Why work at DFN?

At DFN, we strive to take care of our employees on and off the job. Just to highlight a few of our amazing benefits, we offer a 401(k) match up to 9% and employer paid medical, dental, and vision plans. We support work-life balance by offering PTO and 10 paid holidays including two days off for your birthday.

POSITION PURPOSE: Perform telecommunication lineman tasks for new or existing outside plant builds.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Climb telecommunication poles, up to 50 feet high, using gaff climbers to install or repair equipment in a variety of environments. 
• Operate heavy equipment and power tools to install telecommunications poles. 
• Dig trenches using hand tools and equipment. 
• Maintain a safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations along with company policies and procedures. Take appropriate action in the event of a work site accident or incident. 
• Follow established safety procedures including use of personal protective equipment to minimize exposure to roadway hazards. Immediately alert other employees and supervisors of any apparent or developing hazards. 
• Safely operate and maintain company vehicle, including a bucket truck. 
• Keep detailed records. Complete all required documentation in a timely manner. 

• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. This is a high productivity position with minimal supervision. 
• Maintain good customer rapport by listening to and resolving customer concerns or questions. 
• Be knowledgeable about DFN products and services, promoting available services to current and potential customers when appropriate. 
• With training, possess the ability to read prints and other engineering documentation. 
• This job description covers the most crucial key and supplemental duties performed in the position, but does not include other occasional work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position. Other projects will be assigned as need.  

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Mechanically inclined and detail oriented 
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills 
• Computer skills: use of PC and industry specific applications 
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license. CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months required
• Self motivated, ability to work independently or in a team 
• Professional appearance, customer service oriented 
• Willing to work after business hours on-call as needed 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing 
• DFN is a drug free workplace. All employees are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening 
• Able to meet physical demands with reasonable accommodations if necessary. This position is considered heavy physical work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds of force frequently. 
  

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