Aerial Lineman (Telecom Experienced)

Fibertel • Reno, NV

266d • Remote

About The Position

FiberTel, LLC is looking for an Aerial Lineman for our Reno, NV location. A Successful Aerial Lineman candidate must have knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including the placement of poles and anchors, familiarity with a wide range of tools and equipment, ability to read and understand prints/maps, safety rules, and operating instructions. Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver's license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
• A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
• Able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as; pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction).
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• All phases of telecommunication construction including but not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment.
• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable.
• Safely use hand tools and equipment such as; wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more.
• Safely operate mechanized equipment such as; bucket trucks, digger derrick, excavators, and more.
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers.
• Flagging traffic when required.
• Understanding of separation and clearance regulations.
• Ability to safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders.
• Flexibility to work in multiple locations.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident.
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts.
• PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike).
• Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance).
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching.
• Short & Long Term Disability.
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Paid Holidays and Vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: No Education Listed