Lineman

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Installs and/or relocates aerial and underground cable including fiber optic, transportation, distribution and drop cable.
• Ensures that it meets industry standards, is technically reliable and performed in timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Provides support for line crews during all phases of construction activity.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb pole to cable height using pole climber gaffs.
• Current valid driver’s license (preferably a CDL A) with a clean driving record is required.
• 2+ years of experience as a lineman and have the knowledge to detect power space violations and safety issues.
• Must be able to lift, reach, dig and carry heavy objects; with frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and infrequent lifting of up to 100 pounds.
• This position requires significant time doing manual labor functions, walking on uneven ground, working in tight spaces and in general, being overall physically demanding.
• Must be able to perform heavy physical work and perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work up to 6 days per week in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel as required.
• A pre-employment, on-site certification will be required.

Requirements

• The applicant must successfully show that he/she can complete the duties as described within this document to the satisfaction of the construction supervision.
• All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, random testing will be completed after date of hire.
• All applicants must pass a customer-driven background check.
• All applicants must follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective equipment at all times.
• All applicants must speak the English language fluently and clearly.

Pay

Starting Hourly rate is $37.24 (with CDL-A)

Schedule

Work up to 6 days per week in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel as required.