Aerial Construction Lineman

Sunrise Telecom•Forest Hill, TX

10d•$25 - $35

About The Position

The Aerial Construction Lineman constructs strand infrastructure and lashes fiber cables to strand. The role involves operating a bucket truck and other aerial fiber construction equipment, setting up job equipment, working with pole clearances and framing, reading network prints, and safely climbing poles. The lineman follows OSHA safety requirements, communicates frequently by phone, follows directions from the crew leader, and performs other duties as assigned. Additional duties may be assigned by a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Combination of technical training and/or experience.
One year of relevant experience.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Valid driver’s license.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Must pass drug, background, DOT, and MVR screenings.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a construction environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a bucket truck and other equipment related to aerial fiber construction.
Set up the job, including the strand trailer, fiber trailer, and caddies.
Understand clearances from other utilities, the ground, roads, highways, sidewalks, and nonpedestrian areas.
Frame poles according to industry specifications.
Lash or over-lash single and multiple bundles of fiber cables.
Read and interpret network prints.
Safely climb poles using gaffs or ladders.
Follow OSHA safety requirements to complete jobs safely and efficiently.
Communicate by phone frequently throughout the workday.
Follow directions delivered by the crew leader.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.