Lineman I Telecom

Description

• Ensure public safety and compliance with governmental orders; maintain safe work areas for traffic flow; work safely at heights using hooks and ladders.
• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, drawings, and cut sheets; complete daily production reports and As-Built documentation.
• Respond to emergencies and outages requiring heavy construction; travel for storm response on short notice.
• Repair and maintain major cable systems and structures (lashing, aerial strand, pole transfers, guys, conversions, substructure, cable replacement) during outages, maintenance, and rebuilds.
• Routinely: work with arms above shoulder level at heights, in confined spaces and in remote locations, climb stairs, use ladder, bend, stoop, stand, walk and lift up to 55 pounds, operate vehicle & heavy machinery
• Dismantle, move, remove aerial/underground/building wire and hardware; connect wires/cables to terminals; assist with fiber/telecom cable installation.
• Operate power equipment (compressors, diggers, aerial lifts, bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators); use test equipment for gas checks; empty manholes. Safely use hand and power tools (wrenches, drills, saws).
• Perform construction (digging, pole work, placing/removing poles and anchors, stringing wire/cable, laying conduit).
• Identify differences in wire and cable colors.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a confined space and at high elevations (poles, hydraulic lift buckets, ladders.
• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Able and willing to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Occasionally: use keyboard and mouse
• Previous Construction experience desired, preferably within the telecommunications industry
• Required to lift moderately heavy equipment, such as telephone line; climb structures; and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to apply mathematics calculations (Example: fractions for use in drilling and pole sizing; calculating material and hardware length for assembling several pieces of equipment to poles of different thickness and circumferences.)
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Must have 2-5 years recent experience
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and CPR.
• Ability to apply logical principles and thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Extensive knowledge of approved practices, procedures, tools, and materials used in telecom line construction work.
• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation
• To be 18 years of age or older

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
• Education Reimbursement
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Weekly Paychecks
• Legal Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance