Aerial Lineperson - Telecommunications

Ledcor Group; Port Moody; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Retirement package

Union benefits

Job summary

Ledcor Group seeks an experienced Aerial Lineperson for daily planning and execution of aerial construction activities in British Columbia. You will work from lifts and bucket trucks to install fiber optic cable per engineering specs and standards, while guiding crew members and upholding health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Your role includes supervising tasks, coordinating logistics, and mentoring team members to ensure quality, safety, and timely project completion across sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of directly related experience as an Aerial Lineperson.
• Ability to climb utility poles using climbing spurs and operate aerial platforms.
• Trade-related training or certification in a related trade is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate bucket trucks and other types of personnel lifts.
• Install strand and associated hardware.
• Prepare spans for cable placement using cable rollers.
• Utilize standard telecommunications tools and equipment.
• Set up and operate single and double lashing tools.
• Set up and operate cable pulling equipment.
• Track and report daily production and material usage.
• Coordinate logistics and assign work to crew members.
• Train and mentor new team members on daily work practices and procedures.

Skills

Aerial linework

Pole climbing

Team leadership

Safety training

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

Trade certification

Tools

Bucket trucks

Cable rollers

Lashing tools

Cable pulling equipment

Job description

You are an experienced Aerial Lineperson with telecommunications expertise, responsible for the daily planning and execution of aerial construction activities.

Working from personnel lifts and bucket trucks, you ensure that fiber optic cable is installed and secured in accordance with engineering specifications and industry standards.

Your ability to guide and support team members contributes to the successful achievement of construction goals while maintaining strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees.

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely operate bucket trucks and other types of personnel lifts
• Install strand and associated hardware
• Prepare spans for cable placement using cable rollers
• Utilize standard telecommunications tools and equipment
• Set up and operate single and double lashing tools
• Set up and operate cable pulling equipment
• Track and report daily production and material usage
• Coordinate logistics and assign work to crew members
• Train and mentor new team members on daily work practices and procedures

Qualifications

• 5+ years of directly related experience as an Aerial Lineperson.
• Ability to climb utility poles using climbing spurs and operate aerial platforms.
• Relevant work experience, technical training, or certification in a related trade.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices, including PPE requirements.
• Proficiency in new build construction, pole transfers, strand installation, and cable lashing.
• Solid understanding of construction practices and ability to interpret construction documents.
• Proven ability to maintain safety, quality, schedules, and budgets in high-pressure environments.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract and willingness to travel as required.

Working Conditions

Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including sitting, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 45 lbs Comfortable working in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.

Compensation

Compensation $27.80 - $42.43 per hour This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location. Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

Benefits

Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.

These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair. Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business - whether that is by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.