Aerial Lineman

SQUAN; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is seeking an Aerial Construction Lineman in Fort Worth, Texas. The role involves installing and maintaining telecommunications equipment, ensuring safety standards, and leading field teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in aerial lineman work and a strong work ethic. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth and development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Two plus years as an aerial lineman.
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair telecommunications equipment.
• Build aerial plant including running/lashing strand, coax, and fiber cables.
• Ensure adherence to safety best practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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A successful Aerial Construction Lineman shall access specific areas to install, maintain, and/or repair a customer's telecommunications equipment. At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of telecommunications construction; familiarity with aerial lift devices, utility lines and poles, and the functionality of each; ability to use cable placement equipment and tools; ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensures adherence to and demonstrates a sound understanding of safety best practices and regulations
• Able to build aerial plant to include running/lashing/over lashing strand, coax, and fiber cables in new and rebuild construction.
• Able to climb poles as needed
• Able to complete pole transfers
• Qualified to operate a bucket truck.
• Capable of utilizing associated tools for the above described work.
• Positively motivates crew by being a team player
• Qualified to follow safe work practices with a strong understanding of OSHA/DOT standards for construction.
• Able to work standing, at shoulder height and overhead, for extended periods of time
• Able to lift and manipulate lasher and other cable placement equipment
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Able to follow instructions and communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to operate equipment, including, but not limited to an aerial lift device, lasher, and hand tools, and understanding the functioning thereof
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to lead field teams
• Critical thinking skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Good analytical skills with the ability to plan, predict, investigate, and find solutions
• Strong work ethic, leads by example, and does what it takes to get the job done
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and with various other construction and financial software programs
• Excellent at relationship building
• Ability to communication with clarity at the frequencies required by management and customers
• Ability to travel to multiple sites as required
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Read and understand construction maps, drawings, and diagrams
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 21 or older
• Able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner
• Two plus years as an aerial lineman in a capacity similar to current requirements
• Fiber construction background (aerial, splicing, underground, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
• High School Diploma or GED
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)
• Undergraduate degree
• Lineman Training (TVPPA)
• Able to splice coax
• Capable of installing power supplies
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand

C

Push/Pull

Walk

C

Under 10 lbs.

F

Sit

O

11-25 lbs.

F

Handling/Fingering

F

25-50 lbs.

F

Reach Outward

F

Over 50+ lbs.

F

Reach Above Shoulder

F

Lift/Carry

Climb

F

Under 10 lbs.

F

Crawl

F

11-25 lbs.

F

Squat or kneel

F

25-50 lbs.

F

Twist

F

Over 50+ lbs.

F

Bend

F

Overhead

Outdoor Environment

C

Push/Pull

F

Office Environment

O

Lift/Carry

F

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance)

Sense of Sound (Must be able to hear and speak.)

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EOE/AAP M-F-D-DV

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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