Fiber Locator

At ALLO, we believe people are our biggest asset. Our team brings the ALLO mission to life because as local members of each community, we live, work, play, and volunteer right here with you. We're passionate about being involved and contributing to the success and progress of each of our GIG Communities.

We pursue these passions because ALLO leaders have created a workplace where folks are valued, ideas are heard, and leaders and teammates show up for each other at work and in life.

As a Fiber Locator, your primary responsibility will be to locate underground fiber optic cable correctly, safely, and efficiently. This will require that you manage your daily route and schedule within certain parameters and that you are committed to the high quality and accuracy of your work to ensure that customers and contractors can operate in complete safety and with full knowledge of the location of any underground fiber optics they may encounter.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Search for underground fiber optics and accurately marking the location

Complete all necessary locate documentation

Maintain daily contact with utility managers, crews, homeowners, and contractors regarding locate issues

Receive daily locates via computer/device

Prioritize your daily work by going through all locate requests to determine routing

Read and understand provided maps to assist in identification of underground fiber optics

Ensure that customers and contractors suffer no damages or injuries due to mislocated fiber optics

Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner, and work periodic weekends or evening on-call rotation

Work closely with GIS personnel to ensure that up-to-date fiber maps are accurate for system and contract personnel

Provide a safe work environment by being knowledgeable of and enforcing all state, local, and federal safety regulations, and company safety policies

Operate and monitor company-owned vehicle by inspecting condition daily

Demonstrate Allo core values-Local, Hassle Free, Honest and Exceptional

Travel to different markets as needed/required

Meet overtime mandates as needed/required

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent



EXPERIENCE:

Locating, utility, construction, GIS, safety awareness experience a plus



SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of underground utility construction and your assigned geographic region

Basic knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, and GIS

Skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, contractors, and company employees

Flexibility and temperament to adapt to sudden challenges and changing work conditions

Willingness to change schedule at short notice to respond to emergency calls

Ability to work overtime (>40 hours_ and in various locations beyond home market as needed

Availability for weekend on-call duty, as required

Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines



REQUIREMENTS:

Must own and use a smartphone with adequate data and coverage to access ALLO systems and processes in the field (phone stipend provided)

Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to operate a company vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license

Ability to raise up to 50 lbs.

Ability to remain upright on feet for extended periods

Ability to crouch and crawl

Ability to move on foot up to 10 miles per day

Ability to bend, kneel, stand

Ability to carry tools and equipment

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to operate hand tools and equipment

Ability to work in outdoor weather

Ability to identify different colors

Travel up to 100%

People are our passion. At ALLO, we don’t treat you like a number. You’re a human being.

Get ready to plug into the perks at ALLO:

• Free internet? You bet. Plus, awesome discounts on other ALLO services.

• Retirement Plan: The fiber future isn’t the only one we care about. We match your 401(k) savings up to 5%.

• Health and Wellness: Participate in quarterly wellness challenges, and we’ll deposit extra cash into your checking or health savings accounts.

• Benefits: Our benefits include medical, vision, and dental with low employee costs. Not to mention generous Earned Time Off (ETO) program.

• Sponsorships: Are you passionate about a local fundraiser or philanthropy? We strive to give back to what matters most to our communities.

• Tuition Assistance: Have a thirst for knowledge? We like that, which is why we’re proud to offer assistance with the cost of your tuition.

ALLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing opportunities to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ALLO believes that diversity and inclusion within our team is critical to our success as a company. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.

Benefit eligibility depends on the position and employment status. The available benefits differ for interns, contingent workers, and part-time team members.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply may contact Recruiting at recruiting@allofiber.com .

ALLO is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.