Aerial Lineman

TITLE: Aerial Lineman

DEPARTMENT (S): Wireline (Cable/Fiber)

DIRECT REPORTs: None

Pay Rate: $23-$30 Per Hour DOE

POSITION SUMMARY

A successful Aerial Construction Lineman shall access specific areas to install maintain and/or repair a customers telecommunications equipment. At a minimum the position requires a good working knowledge of telecommunications construction; familiarity with aerial lift devices utility lines and poles and the functionality of each; ability to use cable placement equipment and tools; ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.

• Ensures adherence to and demonstrates a sound understanding of safety best practices and regulations
• Able to build aerial plant to include running/lashing/over lashing strand coax and fiber cables in new and rebuild construction.
• Able to climb poles as needed
• Able to complete pole transfers
• Qualified to operate a bucket truck.
• Capable of utilizing associated tools for the above described work.
• Positively motivates crew by being a team player
• Qualified to follow safe work practices with a strong understanding of OSHA/DOT standards for construction.
• Able to work standing at shoulder height and overhead for extended periods of time
• Able to lift and manipulate lasher and other cable placement equipment
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Able to follow instructions and communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to operate equipment including but not limited to an aerial lift device lasher and hand tools and understanding the functioning thereof
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to lead field teams
• Critical thinking skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Good analytical skills with the ability to plan predict investigate and find solutions
• Strong work ethic leads by example and does what it takes to get the job done
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and with various other construction and financial software programs
• Excellent at relationship building
• Ability to communication with clarity at the frequencies required by management and customers
• Ability to travel to multiple sites as required
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Read and understand construction maps drawings and diagrams

• Must be 21 or older
• Able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner
• Two plus years as an aerial lineman in a capacity similar to current requirements
• Fiber construction background (aerial splicing underground etc.)
• Valid drivers license and excellent driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• High School Diploma or GED

• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)
• Undergraduate degree
• Lineman Training (TVPPA)
• Able to splice coax
• Capable of installing power supplies