Aerial Lineman

NextLink•Springtown, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The OSP Fiber - Aerial Lineman is responsible for pulling and lashing fiber cables from utility pole to utility pole and drilling / using mounting hardware to secure the fiber cables. This role is part of the Field Operations: Fiber Construction team and is classified as Non-Exempt. The company is a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education, and government customers. They emphasize delivering an overall customer experience that competitors cannot match.

Requirements

Understanding of separation and clearance regulations
Ability to safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
Ability to perform all duties of aerial maintenance and line work
Ability to use and operate a bucket truck, whether it be in the truck or in the bucket
Ability to make smart and safe decisions when working around high voltage power
Ability to take on large workloads and responsibilities
Install and remove various anchors systems (sidewalk arms, guy guards etc.)
Ensures all installation work is done according to Nextlink quality standards
Assists with work overflow and maintain constant production
Follows all company policy and procedures including safety and all training
Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment
Understanding of emergency restoration protocols
Ability to work aerial and underground construction when needed based off our current workload
Ability to travel to the work, regardless of where that work is
Ability to work a rotational travel schedule
Ability to work in a team environment while maintaining a great and positive attitude
Undertake pole removal, pole transfers, and set and install new underground cables
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair overhead fiber lines
Operate hydraulic aerial lifts and ladders mounted to trucks
Keep a detailed record of work activity
Read and interpret engineering plans
Ability to work at heights of 20+’ feet
Able to lift/carry 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. as needed with or without assistance
Work with basic hand tools
Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
Ability to read and understand plat drawings and build designs
Comfortable with working in the outdoor elements through all seasons
Must be team-oriented and safety conscious
Must be able to pass on site testing for current position
Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card
Must have or be willing to get OSHA-10 immediately when hired (company provided)
Must have a valid Class C driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy
Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast paced environment
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Recent construction experience working in outdoor elements through all seasons

Nice To Haves

Ability to educate/ train employees on aerial fiber plant installation according to Nextlink standards
Ability to take on large workloads and responsibilities with the ideas of moving up in the ranks of the Fiber Construction department

Responsibilities

Install fiber optic cable on new and existing pole structure
Perform all duties of aerial maintenance and line work
Use and operate a bucket truck, whether it be in the truck or in the bucket
Make smart and safe decisions when working around high voltage power
Educate/ train employees on aerial fiber plant installation according to Nextlink standards
Take on large workloads and responsibilities with the ideas of moving up in the ranks of the Fiber Construction department
Install and remove various anchors systems (sidewalk arms, guy guards etc.)
Ensure all installation work is done according to Nextlink quality standards
Assist with work overflow and maintain constant production
Follow all company policy and procedures including safety and all training
Understand emergency restoration protocols
Work aerial and underground construction when needed based off our current workload
Travel to the work, regardless of where that work is
Work a rotational travel schedule
Work in a team environment while maintaining a great and positive attitude
Undertake pole removal, pole transfers, and set and install new underground cables
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair overhead fiber lines
Operate hydraulic aerial lifts and ladders mounted to trucks
Keep a detailed record of work activity
Read and interpret engineering plans
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager