Aerial Lineman (Local Work)

PUSH, Inc.•Mondovi, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Lineman builds and maintains aerial telephone systems, which can include aerial and underground facilities. The position is 100% field-based and involves working outdoors in all types of weather, traveling away from home when needed, and being available for emergency outages. The role may require walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting, as well as coordinated movement of the eyes, hands, feet, and limbs. PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The company has provided telecom infrastructure for more than 50 years. The Aerial Lineman plans and initiates projects, works with customers, utility owners, and government officials, and follows OSHA and customer safety requirements. The position also supports construction of new aerial and underground services and upgrades, trains and mentors Aerial Groundmen, clears routes or trims trees, and uses specialized tools and equipment, including diggers and bucket trucks.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
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 pass pre-employment screenings.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years’ experience as an Aerial Groundman is preferred.
Class A CDL preferred.
Thorough understanding of aerial utility installation, safety regulations, and work methods associated with aerial line work.

Responsibilities

Plan and initiate projects.
Interact with customers, utility owners, and governmental officials.
Establish and follow OSHA and customer safety requirements.
Assist with construction of new aerial and underground services and service upgrades.
Train and mentor Aerial Groundmen.
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.
Follow company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, and attend mandatory safety meetings.