Due to company growth Waveguide, a design build telecommunications company is expanding into New York. We have immediate needs for experienced construction lineman for fiber builds in New York. Multiple full time permanent positions available throughout NY, with full company benefits, 401(k), & profit sharing.

Location: Buffalo NY

Essential Job Functions

  • Must be able to receive any work within the normal scope of work we do and be able to complete in a timely fashion (aerial and underground)
  • Responsible for all crew paperwork and documentation; turn in all correct documentation associated with job upon completion of the task
  • Responsible for delegating work within the crew and take a leadership role by taking responsibility for the actions of himself and his crew
  • Ability to able to read maps (design), able to run assist wheel and figure 8 fiber
  • Can hook and climb poles successfully, assemble stock I.E. snow shoes
  • Can build strand, load a lasher, lash cable and fiber and be able to do all basic pole transfers
  • Stock truck with stock for the day’s job assignment
  • Check oil and do VIR before every shift
  • Responsible for general organization of truck and cleanliness of truck both in and out
  • Accountable for the advancement and training of anyone on the levels below them
  • Conscientious regarding the safety of him/herself at times as well as the safety of every other crew member or individual on the job site
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Show up for work daily and on time
  • Must be able to pass a Background Check, and Drug Screens
  • Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver’s license and pass random driver’s license screenings
  • Ability to make independent judgment and perform repetitive tasks
  • Regular contact with co-workers and customers
  • Within 90 days of start date, take and pass OSHA-10 Certification
  • Must be able to take and pass, and continue to pass a DOT Physical
  • Travel a requirement; nights & weekends as well
  • Overtime should be expected

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head 80 lbs continuously

Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Waveguide is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer promoting diversity in the workplace. EEO/AAP/M/F/D/V

About Waveguide

Waveguide has been the dominate player in the Northeastern region of the US for over 20 years when it comes to turnkey Fiber Optic networks. We have remained on the forefront of the industry demands and trends throughout  our history  by implementing and utilizing the  latest technologies  to  complete our work. Our current customer base consists of large regional and national broadband companies, local and national incumbent phone and cable companies, universities, data centers, municipalities and the private sector. We continue to be a recognized industry resource for Best Practices within all of these service offerings:

* Turn-key fiber optic network design, engineering and construction * Utility and make-ready management * GIS and CAD mapping services * GPS field mapping and data collection * Hub and Head-end construction * COAX and HFC construction * DAS, Wireless and Small Cell design and construction services * Project Management services * OSP maintenance  and restoration services * Plant audit and field surveys * Network upgrades, new builds and extensions * Project management

Interested applicants, please submit your resume and cover letter to:
resume@waveguidefiber.com