Aerial Lineman (Local Work)

PUSH, Inc.•New Auburn, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerial Lineman builds and maintains aerial telephone systems, which may include aerial and underground facilities. PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, and has provided telecom infrastructure for more than 50 years. This is a 100% field position. The work involves outdoor conditions in all types of weather, physical activity including walking, standing, bending, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting, and coordination of eyes and limbs for skilled movement. The employee must be available for emergency outages and able to travel away from home when needed. The role includes planning and initiating projects, working with customers and utility and government representatives, following OSHA and customer safety requirements, helping construct and upgrade aerial and underground services, and training and mentoring Aerial Groundmen. Duties also include tree trimming or route clearing, caring for and using specialized tools and equipment, and operating heavy equipment such as digger and bucket trucks.

Requirements

At least two years of 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.
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.
Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and perform the physical activities required for the position.
Ability to be available for emergency outages and travel away from home when needed.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred.
At least two years of experience as an Aerial Groundman is preferred.

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.
Trim trees or clear routes.
Use and care for specialized hand tools and required equipment.
Operate heavy equipment, including diggers and bucket trucks.
Maintain required equipment and tools.
Attend mandatory safety meetings and follow company, manufacturer, and industry safety procedures and standards.