Aerial Lineman - Telecom

ElectriCom Inc; Blaine (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA contributions

Life & AD&D insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Weekly pay

Per diem eligibility

Job summary

ElectriCom is hiring an Aerial Lineman - Telecom in Blaine, KY. The role covers both aerial and ground telecom tasks, operating boom trucks, climbing poles, and installing poles and wires. A valid CDL, clean driving record, and ability to pass a DOT physical are required; willingness to travel is essential.

ElectriCom offers a strong benefits package and a safety‑driven, team‑oriented culture designed to support growth and career advancement within a family‑oriented company.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ years’ experience in the utility/construction industry.
• Valid CDL is required, with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Must be willing travel.

Responsibilities

• Operate a boom truck and climb poles as needed.
• Lead crew to meet OSHA, customer and ElectriCom safety requirements and production goals.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Install poles and place wires and cables.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair overhead fiber lines.
• Keep detailed records of work activity.
• Work aloft using ladders or aerial devices.

Skills

Pole climbing

Boom truck operation

Team leadership

Engineering plans reading

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

Bucket trucks usage

Ladders & access equipment

Job description

Position Title: Aerial Lineman - Telecom

Location: Blaine, KY

Job Category: Utility Construction/Operations

Date Posted: 08/17/2026

Salary Interval: Hourly

Position Description

ElectriCom, a utility construction company founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana, has experienced continuous growth since its inception. We take pride in our strong family-focused culture, both in the workplace and in our customer relationships. We seek employees who want to grow with a progressive company and who value quality, safety, and teamwork. ElectriCom offers competitive wages and benefits, along with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

The position will perform tasks involving aerial and ground telecommunications work at construction/service sites. The position may require operating aerial trucks and associated equipment with handling telecom line components. Candidate must be experienced working in a utility aerial lineman position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Safety first!
2. Safely operator a boom truck, climb poles as needed and utilize standard tolls of the trade.
3. Lead and motivate crew to meet OSHA, Customer and ElectriCom safety requirements, project specifications and daily production goals.
4. Ability and willingness to follow direction from Supervision.
5. Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers, homeowners, and customers.
6. Willingness to work both individually and in a team environment.
7. Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair overhead fiber lines.
8. Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
9. Understanding of separation and clearance regulations.
10. Install poles and place wires and cables.
11. Keep detailed record of work activity.
12. Ability to utilize bucket trucks, crawl spaces, ladders, ceilings, tunnels, and trenches to access various installation and construction points as required.
13. Ability to work aloft, either from a ladder, aerial device or by gaffing.
14. Ability to climb numerous telephone poles daily, approx. 20’ in height.
15. Ability to lift and/or pull 100 pounds several times each day.
16. Ability to endure long periods of standing, sitting or walking.
17. Ability to bend, twist, squat, reach above the head several times per day.
18. Continuous use of both hands to operate hand tools and perform other duties.
19. Ability to work full-time, in an outdoor environment and in all weather conditions.
20. Routine Training as assigned (LMS, OSHA-10 hour, etc.).
21. Roadside Traffic Control.

COMPANY BENEFITS

We Invest In You — your career, your success, and your future.

At ElectriCom, people are our greatest strength. Our benefits are designed to support your growth, your well-being, and your long-term financial security.

Your Career

1. Certified Apprentice Programs
2. Focused Construction Training
3. Opportunities for advancement and skill development

Your Success

1. 401(k) with Company Match up to 6%
2. Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, including a $0-cost health benefit plan option
3. Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions & Match

Your Well-Being

1. Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
2. Company-Paid Virtual Doctor Service (Teladoc)
3. Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
4. Company-Paid Short-Term Disability after 3 years of employment
5. Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Your Work-Life Balance

1. Paid Vacation (PTO) plus Paid Holidays
2. Weekly Pay
3. Per diem eligibility

JOIN THE ELECTRICOM FAMILY ---- WHERE YOUR FUTURE IS OUR PRIORITY - #TeamElectriCom

Position Requirements

1. Must have 1+ years’ experience in the utility/construction industry.
2. Valid CDL is required, with clean driving record.
3. Ability to pass a DOT physical.
4. Must be willing travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ElectriCom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.