Aerial Lineman - Telecom - SIGN ON BONUS

ElectriCom, LLC; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefit Package

Health Savings Account

401K with Company Match

Paid weekly

Vacation Time/PTO

Job summary

A utility construction company in Artesia, NM, is seeking an Aerial Lineman. The role involves aerial and ground telecommunications work, operating aerial trucks, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in the utility construction field, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Benefits include a competitive package with medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off. This position demands strong teamwork, physical stamina, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in the utility/construction industry.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a boom truck and climb poles as needed.
• Lead and motivate crew to meet safety and production goals.
• Maintain and repair overhead fiber lines.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Tools

Boom truck

Hand tools

Job description

Position Title: Aerial Lineman - Telecom - SIGN ON BONUS
Location: Artesia, NM
Job Category: Utility Construction/Operations
Date Posted: 02/25/2026
Salary Interval: Hourly

Application Instructions

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Position Description

ElectriCom, a Utility Construction company, was founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana. ElectriCom has experienced continuous growth since its inception. The company takes pride in focusing on family values both in the workplace and with its customer base. ElectriCom seeks employees with the ability and desire to work for a progressive company. ElectriCom offers a competitive package for both wages and benefits. Employees who show quality performance will have the opportunity for advancement and further development of skills.

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

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

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Competitive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) w/ Company Contributions & Match
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Virtual Doctor Service through Teladoc
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability after 3 years employment
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Vacation Time/PTO and Paid Holidays
• Paid weekly
• Per Diem Eligibility

#TeamElectriCom

Position Requirements

• Must have 1+ years' experience in the utility/construction industry.
• Driver's license is required, with clean driving record.
• Valid CDL is strongly desired.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• 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, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification.