Drop Lead

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Drop Lead is responsible for overseeing and training OSP Drop Technicians and vendors involved in the placement of underground, aerial, and hybrid drops. This includes working with fiber optic cables, fiber optic connectors, taps, poles, and other infrastructure that supports Beacon’s fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) services. This includes supervising both in-house employees and vendors.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (REASON POSITION EXISTS IS TO PERFORM THESE FUNCTIONS)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard Setting and Assurance

Work assignment documentation
Drop running line
Invoice processing
Fiber optic power meter readings
Ensure teams and third-party contractors are adhering to Beacon’s standards

Safety and Compliance

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards for all installation and maintenance activities
Work with personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety procedures
Adhere to OSHA requirements, including city and county utility installation and maintenance regulations

Maintenance and Repair

Perform, train, and ensure adherence to routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure the integrity of cables and equipment
Troubleshoot and repair any damage or faults to fiber optic drops
Respond to emergency repair calls, often requiring quick response times to restore services

Inventory Control

Manage inventory for drop deployment
Ensure teams have the inventory and materials needed for all drop work
Manage equipment inventory and maintenance

Dispatch

Aging report management and reporting
Dispatch drops between In-house and vendors

Maintain accurate drop schedule

Call in locates for all underground drops

Reporting

Production reporting

Safety incident reporting

Weekly update

Monthly production and incident and compliance reporting

Vendor Management

Present standards to vendors

Quality control

Dispatch work to vendors

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPETENCIES

• Fiber Optic and Cabling Knowledge – Expertise in fiber optic, copper, and coaxial cabling.

• Equipment Proficiency – Experience with splicing equipment, testers, light meters, and fiber optic connectors.

• Inventory & Dispatch Management – Tracking materials and scheduling drop deployments efficiently.

• Team Supervision & Training – Leading and mentoring OSP Drop Technicians and vendors.

• Communication & Coordination – Strong skills in relaying technical information and coordinating teams.

• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Handling field issues and emergency repairs effectively.

• Safety – Understanding of basic OSHA standards and the need for performing duties safely

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job operates in a professional office environment and in the field. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. This position may be exposed to external weather conditions including rain, sleet, snow, etc., as well as a varying degree of cold and hot temperatures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to participate in outside plant maintenance to include lifting materials, climbing ladders, accessing small spaces, splicing fiber, and other tasks in an outdoor environment in a variety of weather conditions.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, and typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

TRAVEL

Occasional travel throughout the Beacon and CCEC service territories. Some travel throughout Oregon and to other

states for conferences and other events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Valid Oregon driver’s license and insurability.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Reliable transportation for getting to work.

• Must meet the requirements of pre-employment drug screening and comply with company drug and alcohol policy while employed.

The specific statements reflected in each section of this position description are not intended to be all-inclusive, but rather the basic elements and criteria considered being necessary in order to satisfactorily perform the duties associated with the position.

Beacon Broadband, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please inform Human Resources at 541-332-8835 or hr@cooscurryelectric.com if you require an accommodation in order to participate in the application process.