Aerial Lineman Trainee

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Spring Lake (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family and medical leave

Paid sick time

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group is seeking an Aerial Lineman Trainee in North Carolina to learn and perform essential telecom construction tasks, under safety-focused supervision. You will support the Lineman and gain hands-on experience on copper and fiber projects.

You should be ready to work outdoors, climb poles, operate a bucket truck, and develop the skills needed for a long-term career in utility construction, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Safety is part of day-to-day work.
• Track record of high-quality work.
• Hands-on approach to solving problems.
• Looking for long-term projects.
• Enjoys working with a team.
• Experience as an Lineman with appropriate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of utility construction for telecom projects.
• Assist Lineman in completing duties.
• Place aerial/buried telecom cable (copper and fiber).
• Connect wires and cables to terminals and hardware.
• Perform aerial tasks and pole work.
• Dig holes and lay cable in conduit systems.
• Climb utility poles or use an aerial lift truck as required.

Skills

Safety mindset

Quality-focused

Hands-on problem solving

Team player

Lineman experience

Bucket truck operation

Tools

Bucket truck

Pole climbing

Job description

Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As an Aerial Lineman Trainee, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities

As an Aerial Lineman Trainee, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects.

You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

In addition, you will learn to:

• Provide assistance to the Lineman in the completion of their duties
• Assist in placing aerial/buried telecommunications cable (copper and fiber)
• Assist in connecting wires and cables to terminals and attaching/detaching various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles
• Perform aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc.
• Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe, and inner duct in various types of conduit systems and open excavations
• Climbs utility poles and/or uses an aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design

Qualifications

About You:

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• You are an experienced Lineman with extensive knowledge of all equipment needed for aerial work
• You are comfortable working in a bucket truck and climbing poles
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT med card for driving purposes (CDL preferred; applicants are subject to an MVR review, and must meet company standards for a safe driving record)
• Basic experience in the placement of telecommunications cable (copper and fiber)

Compensation of $21-$23 per hour.

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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