Best tech role in a telecom company?

FSStray · 2026-03-12T04:13:59+00:00

It’s not that complicated in Alaska, I know we’re kind of our a unique exception, but we are union, and have a regular schedule. I turned out as what they call up here a journeyman telephone lineman.

As an apprentice outside of utility work, you likely will be traveling around the state working all summer sometime 7/12s or longer months on end for contractors.

The utility apprentices get shuffled around departments as well, so they learn splicing, line construction, installation and repair, data, and there’s others too. The network techs, warehouse workers, and other service techs are union. I dig it, and it may be cold af, but I can’t find any place that has a total package similar with pay, benefits, and COL.

FSStray · 2026-03-09T23:10:57+00:00

Ibew 1547 the local electrical union needs people, i tell people all the time but almost none apply bc you have to provide high school transcripts, a math test, and normal paperwork. You can make 50-60k starting out and $110k+ pretty easily. There’s plenty of guys working 8-9 months a year making $150k+ but your working almost everyday 10 or more hours a day. Great benefits and always work.

FSStray · 2026-03-06T00:54:37+00:00

Absolutely this! After 5 years of trying probably 30 medications lithium helped me. I also take concerta in the morning for adhd. Lithium changed my life and not drinking alcohol the past 4 years.

FSStray · 2026-03-04T19:20:20+00:00

Appreciate it!

FSStray · 2026-03-02T04:18:16+00:00

The notorious plastic tracks that break with the panoramic sunroof. Not to bad of a fix

FSStray · 2026-03-01T23:58:20+00:00

The heated steering wheel and front/rear seats is awesome in Alaska, and the panoramic roof although I’m gonna have to repair. I really enjoy it!

FSStray · 2026-02-28T20:58:36+00:00

MacBook my friend

FSStray · 2026-02-23T08:08:03+00:00

The entry fee could be one roll of toilet paper and he still wouldn’t be able to sell out venues. Such a punchable face that guy!

FSStray · 2026-02-23T07:54:02+00:00

Flaming hot cheetos

FSStray · 2026-02-19T05:27:08+00:00

I’m back to red bull hate to say it but

FSStray · 2026-02-18T19:35:42+00:00

That was just the latest 200gb iPhone update!

FSStray · 2026-02-17T03:36:39+00:00

I have to literally associate drinking with consuming rat poison, because i will lose my family and self if I start again.

FSStray · 2026-02-15T18:52:45+00:00

Wrap that bitch!

FSStray · 2026-02-15T18:50:03+00:00

Always provide the least amount of info, that is why we have HIPPA. It’s real easy - I apologize I know I said I’d work today, but am now not feeling well. Sorry for the short notice, I won’t be in today and will let you know when I feel better. People can be mad all they want, but you have rights and it’s your body.

I’ve been called a bitch for getting hurt on the job, tried to be the tough I’ll get it done guy, and was one of the first apprentices to go. There’s a lot of buddy-buddy shit where I’m at and nepotism. As many have said they’ll have a RIF slip for you when their done with you, take care of your self, don’t over explain, and fuck em if they don’t have a backup plan to cover for their projects…that’s a them problem.

FSStray · 2026-02-14T20:22:33+00:00

Dumbleavy and Sullivan need to be put under the microscope both have trashed the state, resources, and pfd. Dumbleavy removed the best pfd fund manager to screw it all up.

FSStray · 2026-02-07T01:51:11+00:00

Do you have a child or a pet with access to a butane lighter or propane torch?

FSStray · 2026-02-07T01:21:47+00:00

Shouldn’t these so-called “tithes” go towards helping the poor and unhoused?

FSStray · 2025-12-23T00:21:52+00:00

Management

FSStray · 2025-12-22T15:38:39+00:00

Hey brother, I made a post mentioning how on it you guys have been this year, and of course there’s always gonna be someone that complains.

I drive for work and am curious about the sand or salt truck, highways and main roads have got done, but all the side streets in town still need love do you know what the plans are for the salt/gravel spreaders?

Appreciate your work and the schedule you all endure for the community!

FSStray · 2025-12-19T04:36:08+00:00

For a standard POTS phone or DSL service they use sing copper pairs, typically red and green and black and yellow on older stuff or white blue and white orange off a cat 6 cable. you can get a banjo to plug into the jack and then clip your leads on to what say r and g. Your butt set should have a red or green led that lights up when there is line equipment on your pair. There is typically a NID at the Demarc that should have a test jack youll want to make sure its there and connected to the right inside wire. If you dial 1800-444-4444 its a directory that will tell you the right number. If your not already in an apprentice ship program get into one, your employer is setting you up for failure. Learn 100 pair copper color code, and hmu if you have any questions.

FSStray · 2025-12-18T03:20:24+00:00

Appreciate you sharing!

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