Journeyman Lineman-Joint Use

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies

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About The Position

Dynetek Solutions’ FiberCom division builds overhead and underground fiber optic networks, including ADSS placement, fiber splicing, FTTH builds, and turnkey projects. The Fiber Lineman installs, places, maintains, and repairs aerial and underground fiber optic mainline and service drop facilities as part of a construction crew. The role involves safely operating equipment and tools and building reliable fiber networks in accordance with company standards, the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and applicable safety regulations. Senior-level Linemen are expected to demonstrate advanced technical proficiency and may guide crew members and apprentices.

The position includes fiber placement, splicing and termination, aerial and underground construction, testing and troubleshooting, equipment operation and maintenance, safety practices, restoration support, and job documentation. Senior-level responsibilities may also include leading a crew, performing complex splicing, assisting the Foreman with planning and coordination, and mentoring crew members. Work is outdoors in varied weather and at heights, with travel to job sites and occasional overnight travel. Occasional night, weekend, on-call, and emergency restoration work may be required by project schedules.

Dynetek Solutions describes its compensation as a competitive, experience-based wage with a comprehensive benefits package, but the posting does not specify the pay range or benefits. The bracketed examples in the posting are placeholders, not confirmed benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mid-level applicants must have 2–4 years of verifiable experience in fiber optic or telecommunications line construction; senior applicants must have 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience, including crew leadership.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or ability to obtain one within a defined timeframe of hire.
• OSHA 10 certification; OSHA 30 is preferred for senior-level applicants.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and awareness of hazards within the energized power zone.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, staking sheets, sag charts, construction prints, and written instructions.
• Proficiency with fiber splicing and operation of fusion splicers and OTDR/OLTS test equipment.
• Ability to render first aid, CPR, and pole-top rescue; training is provided where required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and work at heights for extended periods of 8–10 or more hours per day.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift more with assistance.
• Ability to climb poles and ladders and work safely from aerial lifts and bucket trucks.
• Ability to travel to job sites throughout the service territory; overnight travel may be required.
• Availability for occasional night, weekend, on-call, and emergency restoration work as required by project schedules.
• Pre-employment and ongoing screening may be required at this drug-free workplace.

Nice To Haves

• Fiber optic certification such as FOA CFOT, BICSI, or equivalent.
• Experience with ADSS placement and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) construction.
• Hands-on experience with Fujikura fusion splicers and EXFO test equipment.
• Experience with horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and underground utility installation.
• Prior experience supporting major carriers or storm and emergency restoration work.
• OSHA 30 certification for senior-level applicants.

Responsibilities

• Place, install, and maintain aerial and underground fiber optic cable, including ADSS, mainline, and service drop facilities.
• Perform fusion and mechanical fiber splicing; prepare, terminate, and test fiber optic cables to meet quality and performance standards.
• Climb poles and operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and aerial lifts for overhead cable placement and pole-top work.
• Support trenching, directional boring, conduit and duct installation, and cable pulling for underground fiber placement.
• Read and interpret construction prints, staking sheets, maps, and work orders to execute builds accurately.
• Perform OTDR/OLTS testing and troubleshooting to verify network integrity and resolve issues on new and live fiber.
• Operate and maintain trucks, trailers, and construction equipment; conduct daily inspections and report deficiencies.
• Follow OSHA, NESC, company, and client safety standards; conduct job hazard analyses and participate in daily safety briefings.
• Support emergency storm restoration efforts across the Atlantic and Gulf regions as needed.
• Complete daily production reports, as-built documentation, and timesheets accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and properly handle fiber optic materials and equipment.
• At senior level, serve as lead Lineman on assigned crews and provide technical direction and on-the-job training to apprentices and junior crew members.
• At senior level, perform complex high-count and mid-sheath (ring-cut) splicing and live fiber splicing with minimal service disruption.
• At senior level, assist the Foreman with daily planning, quality control, material management, and crew coordination.
• At senior level, mentor crew members on safety practices and proper construction techniques.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at job sites.

Benefits

• Competitive, experience-based wage and a comprehensive benefits package are mentioned, but specific benefits are not provided; examples in brackets are placeholders.

What This Job Offers

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