Aerial Lineman - Porterville, CA

Race Communications • Woodville, CA

5d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Lineman installs, maintains, and repairs overhead electrical and telecommunications lines and associated equipment. Working with the aerial foreman and other team members, this role helps plan and schedule work, supports timely project completion within budget and safety requirements, and assists with training and mentoring new team members. The position requires accurate records of work performed, materials used, and expenses, as well as safety meetings, inspections, and compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.

The role operates mechanized equipment, including bucket trucks, excavators, and trenchers; climbs poles up to 40 feet; and works in bucket trucks with ladders over 32 feet. It also involves deploying and removing traffic-control devices, conducting vehicle and equipment pre- and post-operation checks, and traveling frequently among worksites. Work takes place indoors and outdoors and may involve businesses or residents. The position is based in the field in Porterville, California, with frequent travel to other offices and off-site locations. Overtime, after-hours work, weekends, holidays, emergency response, and on-call work may be required as needed.

The company describes itself as a California fiber internet provider serving communities since 1994, with a collaborative, people-first culture. Compensation is $25–$28 per hour. Benefits include company-paid medical and dental insurance, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid birthdays, a 401(k) match, and free fiber internet for employees living in the service area.

Requirements

• Be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license, subject to successful DMV verification.
• Have at least three years of experience in aerial construction, maintenance, and repair work.
• Have knowledge of electrical principles and safety procedures.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be willing to work in all weather conditions and at high elevations.
• Be able to travel to multiple worksites and work overtime, weekends, holidays, or off-hours as needed.
• Effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as needed for job performance and workplace communication.
• Use MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as teleconferencing applications.
• Functionally use common office equipment, computers, and office software.
• Be able to distinguish colors and audible tones.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) and medical card in good standing are preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain overhead electrical lines, telecommunications lines, and associated equipment.
• Work with the aerial foreman and team members to create work plans and schedules.
• Support timely project completion, budget adherence, and compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Assist the aerial foreman in training and mentoring new team members.
• Accurately record work accomplishments, materials used, and expenses.
• Conduct safety meetings and inspections to help ensure work complies with OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
• Operate mechanized equipment, including bucket trucks, excavators, and trenchers.
• Climb poles up to 40 feet and operate bucket trucks with ladders over 32 feet.
• Deploy and remove traffic-control devices to help ensure work-area safety on streets and roadways.
• Follow manufacturer weight limits for equipment and machinery, including a 350-pound maximum load for bucket trucks and a 300-pound maximum load for ladders.
• Perform vehicle and equipment pre-operation and post-operation checks and maintain a clean driving record under the fleet insurer's requirements.
• Travel between locations and work both indoors and outdoors, including at businesses or residences as required.
• Report hazards and accidents to a supervisor or safety professional and participate in investigations as needed.
• Complete and sign off on pre-job safety planning tools and required safety paperwork at the start and end of shifts.
• Respond appropriately to safety hazards and warning devices and follow applicable regulations, procedures, and company policies.
• Work overtime, after hours, weekends, holidays, emergency assignments, or on-call shifts as needed.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical insurance, starting the first of the month following the start date.
• 100% company-paid dental insurance, starting the first of the month following the start date.
• PTO, including vacation and sick time.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid birthdays.
• 401(k) matching at 4%.
• Free fiber internet service for employees living in the company's service area.
• Growth potential, including promotions and new challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED