Aerial Lineman

FiberTel, LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading utility construction company in San Jose, CA, is seeking an experienced Aerial Lineman to install and repair aerial telecommunications cable. The role requires knowledge of aerial installation procedures and the ability to operate tools safely. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to lift heavy objects. Offering competitive pay ranging from $35 to $45/hr based on experience, this is a full-time position requiring outdoor work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver's license or be willing to obtain it.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable.
• Safely use hand tools and aerial equipment.
• Set up a safety perimeter using signage.

Skills

Knowledge of aerial cable installation procedures

Effective communication

Ability to climb telephone poles

Basic knowledge of utility trucks

Ability to work in various weather conditions

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Tools

Hand tools

Utility trucks

Job description

About Us

FiberTel, LLC is a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) and has expanded across the Northwest and Western regions. We are a utility construction company specializing in fiber‑optic installations and provide a full turnkey experience for our clients. We value economic growth across Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California.

We offer medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match. FiberTel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

About This Role

FiberTel is looking for an Aerial Lineman for our San Jose, CA location.

A successful candidate must have knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including pole and anchor placement, familiarity with a wide range of tools and equipment, ability to read and understand prints/maps, and understanding of safety rules and operating instructions.

Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, underground conduit systems, inside wiring, cabling, testing, and maintenance services.

Pay: $35–45/hr, DOE

Responsibilities

• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable
• Safely use hand tools and equipment such as wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more
• Safely operate mechanized equipment such as bucket trucks, digger derrick, excavators, and more
• Set up a safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
• Flag traffic when required
• Understand separation and clearance regulations
• Work safely aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
• Be flexible to work in multiple locations

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check
• Possess a valid driver's license or be willing to obtain the required license
• Good driving record
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment safely
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand tools safely
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (higher wage scales apply to CDL holders)
• Effective communication with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous construction experience, preferably in telecommunications
• Ability to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (pole transfers, maintenance builds, new builds, cable installation, over lash, strand construction)
• Ability to travel

Working Conditions

This is a full‑time hourly position, with an expected 40 hours per week. The role requires outdoor work in varied weather conditions including extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high winds, as well as varied terrain, traffic, and urban/rural settings. The employee may be exposed to natural gas, electrical shock, and moderate to loud noise levels.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to stand for up to 12 hours at a time, tolerate extreme weather, hear safety instructions, and sustain repeated lifting of up to 100 lbs. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with company matching
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Competitive Pay

Compensation Range

USD $35.00/hr – USD $45.00/hr depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.