Telecom Lineman, Burlington VT

About the role

Centerline is expanding across New England, and we’re hiring a proven Lead Telecom Lineman to lead one of our new crews. This newly created role, based in Vermont, offers the opportunity to run your own team on aerial telecom projects. Centerline is growing — and we’re hiring.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage Crews: Run small jobs with multiple crews, providing clear direction, hands-on leadership, and accountability.
• Plan & Execute Projects: Complete aerial and underground telecom construction, including strand building, lashing, pole transfers, figure-8 fiber handling, and equipment setup.
• Ensure Quality & Compliance: Maintain high standards for safety, accuracy, and efficiency; complete all project documentation correctly and on time.
• Hands-On Field Work: Climb poles, hook and rig equipment, operate lashers, and assemble materials (e.g., snow shoes).
• Develop Your Team: Mentor and train crew members to expand their skills and prepare them for advancement.
• Maintain Fleet & Tools: Stock trucks daily, perform pre-trip inspections (oil check, VIR), and keep vehicles organized and clean.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years as a lead telecom lineman with proven leadership skills.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to pass and maintain DOT Physical.
• Procure your OSHA-10 Certification within 90 days of hire; company paid.
• Willingness to travel, work overnights on a rotational basis as needed.
• Ability to work overtime.

Qualifications

• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head 80 lbs continuously.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity.
• Environmental conditions exposure: heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise.

Skills

• Able to read and interpret maps/designs, execute aerial and underground construction, and operate standard industry tools.
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and work ethic.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Referral bonuses.
• Generous PTO.