Aerial Lineperson

Ledcor • Somerset, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ledcor is seeking a Lineperson to plan and execute daily aerial and underground fiber construction. The role travels throughout Kentucky and, as needed, some surrounding states, and involves working from bucket trucks to place cable equipment. The Lineperson ensures fiber cable is installed and secured according to engineering specifications and industry standards, provides guidance to team members, and helps meet construction goals and Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.

Ledcor Technical Services designs, builds, and maintains wireline and wireless networks across North America and beyond, including telecommunications network construction, maintenance, service installation, and repair.

Requirements

• Active CDL A is required.
• Three years of directly related experience working as a Lineperson or in an equivalent position.
• Ability to climb utility poles using climbing spikes and rigging.
• Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck.
• Proficiency in new builds and pole transfers; knowledge of building strand, lashing, pole transfers, and grounding.
• Must maintain a valid state driver's license appropriate to the vehicle being driven and a clear driver's abstract.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol requirements and a background check.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, including sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights and in varied weather conditions.
• Must be able to travel throughout Kentucky and some surrounding states as needed.
• Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate bucket trucks and/or other types of lifts.
• Set up and operate cable-placement equipment, including Larson reels, fiber blowers, cable tuggers, cable rollers, and single or double lashing tools.
• Install strand and applicable hardware.
• Place fiber-optic and coaxial cables, as well as traceable wires.
• Track and communicate daily production and materials.
• Provide guidance to other team members to help achieve construction goals while meeting Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Ensure fiber cable is installed and secured to engineering specifications and industry standards.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package with compensation and benefits supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Opportunities to develop skills and knowledge.
• Adjustments are provided throughout the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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