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Nathan Long

Wasilla,AK

Summary

Dedicated OSP technician with hands-on experience in fiber installation and equipment operating. Committed to safety compliance and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OSP Journeyman Telecom

Utility Technologies
Wasilla, Alaska
06.2025 - 12.2025

Addressed emergency situations involving telecommunications system malfunctions or outages, ensuring timely restoration of services.

  • Installation of new OSP construction
  • Read and interpreted technical drawings, maps and blueprints prior to starting tasks.
  • Operated industrial equipment including excavators, plows, backhoes, and bucket trucks to facilitate efficient project execution.
  • work alongside inspectors and regional authorities
  • Applied customer feedback to implement changes in telecom services or products, enhancing user satisfaction.

Telecommunications Apprentice

Alaska Directional Drilling
Palmer, Alaska
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Executed fiber blowing operations using Larson trailers to improve network connectivity reliability.
  • Installed OSP fiber from Dillingham to Levelock.
  • Assisted with drill shot across Susitna river to facilitate fiber installation.
  • Operated heavy equipment including dozers, trenchers, brushers, skid steers, and plows for efficient project completion.
  • Worked in remote and severe weather areas
  • Embraced ongoing education and learning opportunities to develop new skills.

Telecommunications Apprentice

Michels Underground Construction
Glennallen, Alaska
06.2020 - 11.2024
  • Installed FTTH and OSP to enhance connectivity for customers.
  • Use of mini excavator and vermeer 750 to install FTTH drops
  • Conducted utility locating to ensure safe installation by identifying underground infrastructure.
  • Installation of peds, HH, conduit, NIDs.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
  • Documented daily activities and maintained accurate records to support operations team efficiency.

Education

Journeyman Telephone Lineman -

Alaska Joint Electrical Apprenticeship & Training
Anchorage, AK
05-2025

10-hour Construction Safety And Health

OSHA
Fairbanks, AK
01-2022

Skills

  • Fiber installation
  • Utility locating
  • Equipment operating
  • Safety compliance
  • Safety management
  • Critical thinking
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Commercial Drivers License

Timeline

OSP Journeyman Telecom

Utility Technologies
06.2025 - 12.2025

Telecommunications Apprentice

Alaska Directional Drilling
11.2024 - 03.2025

Telecommunications Apprentice

Michels Underground Construction
06.2020 - 11.2024

Journeyman Telephone Lineman -

Alaska Joint Electrical Apprenticeship & Training

10-hour Construction Safety And Health

OSHA
Nathan Long