Aerial Lineman (Local Work)

PUSH, Inc. • Black River Falls, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Lineman builds and maintains aerial telephone systems, which may include aerial and underground facilities. The role involves field construction and maintenance work, project planning, customer and utility-owner interaction, safety compliance, and operating specialized tools and heavy equipment. This is a 100% field position requiring outdoor work in all types of weather, availability for emergency outages, and travel away from home when needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years' experience as an Aerial Groundman is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of aerial utility installation, safety regulations, and work methods associated with aerial line work.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Demonstrated field experience working with aerial crews.
• Thorough knowledge of electricity, pole-line materials, and the proper and safe use of tools and equipment used in line construction and maintenance.
• Familiarity with aerial safety codes, practices, and work methods associated with aerial line work.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed.
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs to perform skilled movements.
• Ability to be available for emergency outages.
• Ability to travel away from home when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Plan and initiate projects.
• Interact with customers, utility owners, and governmental officials.
• Establish and conform to OSHA and customer safety requirements.
• Assist in the construction of new aerial and underground services and service upgrades.
• Train and mentor Aerial Groundman.
• Perform tree trimming or route clearing.
• Use and care for specialized hand tools and required equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment such as diggers and bucket trucks.
• Maintain required equipment and tools.
• Attend mandatory safety meetings and abide by company, manufacturer, and industry safety procedures and standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Free Teladoc and no-cost care options.
• 401(k) with company match up to 3%.
• Competitive pay with weekly checks.
• Paid PTO and holidays.
• Bonus potential.
• Training and advancement opportunities.
• Apprenticeship opportunities.
• In-house CDL program.
• Unlimited referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed