Aerial Telecom Lineman

ITG Communications, LLC; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ITG Communications is seeking an experienced Aerial Telecom Lineman to join our Flowood, MS team. You will lead field crews on aerial construction projects, install fiber and copper cables, and ensure safe, high-quality work that aligns with design plans and client specifications.

You will oversee equipment like bucket trucks and other aerial construction gear, maintain safety protocols, and mentor younger crew members while meeting project timelines and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Telecommunications or lineman training preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience installing fiber or copper telecommunications cable.
• Pole climbing and aerial construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerial telecommunications construction activities including pole climbing and cable installation.
• Lead and direct ground crew and teammates on aerial construction sites.
• Interpret and follow telecom construction plans and fiber/copper routing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NESC, safety procedures, and client specifications.

Skills

Pole climbing

Aerial construction

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team supervision

Communication skills

Education

Telecommunications or lineman training

Valid driver's license

Tools

Bucket trucks

Utility vehicles

Tensioners

Cable pullers

Lashers

Job description

If you1re ready to be part of a dynamic, innovative, and future-oriented team, then you1ve come to the right place. We1re growing fast, and that growth means ample opportunity for motivated, qualified, and talented professionals just like you.

ITG Communications is hiring for Aerial Telecom Lineman in Flowood, MS

Responsible for performing skilled aerial telecommunications construction and maintenance work for fiber and copper network infrastructure. This role ensures safe and efficient installation of aerial telecom facilities while adhering to company standards, client specifications, and industry safety requirements.
The Aerial Telecom Lineman serves as the lead technician on aerial construction sites, directing groundmen and crew members while maintaining responsibility for work quality, productivity, and crew safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerial telecommunications construction activities including pole climbing, strand placement, cableplacement, and lashing of fiber or copper cables according to project specifications and safety protocols.
• Leadanddirect groundmenand crewmembers insupporting aerial construction activities.
• Interpretandfollowtelecommunicationsconstructionplans,designmaps,andfiberroutedocumentation.
• Install aerial telecommunications infrastructure including messenger strand, fiber optic cable, copper cable,anchors, hardware, and related components.
• Operatebuckettrucks,utility vehicles,andspecializedaerialconstructionequipment suchas tensationers,cablepullers,andlashers.
• Ensure installation practices comply with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), company standards, andclientspecificationsfortelecommunicationsinfrastructure.
• Identify and resolve field construction challenges including clearance issues, pole loading concerns, and routeadjustments.
• Perform quality checks on completed aerial construction work to ensure compliance with engineering designsandclientrequirements.
• Documentworkprogress,materialusage,andfieldconditionsforreportingandprojecttracking.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety policies including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), fallprotection, and workzonesafety procedures.
• Set up and maintain proper traffic control and work zone safety measures in accordance withapplicablesafetyguidelines.
• Train and mentor groundmen and junior crew members on proper aerial telecom construction techniques andsafety procedures.

KeyMeasures/KeyPerformance Indicators:

• Safetycomplianceandincidentrates
• QualityofinstallationasmeasuredbyQCinspections
• Adherencetospecificationsanddesignrequirements
• Documentationaccuracy and completeness
• FirstTimeRightrates
• Leadershipeffectivenesswithcrewmembers

Requirements

Education:

• Telecommunicationsorlinemantechnicaltrainingpreferred
• Validdrivers1licenceforthespecifiedvehicle(s)

Experience:

• Experienceinstallingfiberopticorcoppertelecommunications cable
• Demonstratedexpertiseinpoleclimbingandaerialconstruction techniques

Exposure:

• Knowledge ofNESCsafetyrequirementsapplicabletotelecomaerial construction
• Understandingoftelecommunications networkinfrastructureand aerial installation practices
• Familiarity withaerialconstructionequipment,cablelashingequipment,andbuckettruckoperations
• Knowledgeofrigging,liftingtechniques, andpolelinehardwareinstallation
• Experience implementingtrafficcontrolandworkzonesafetyprocedures

FactorscriticaltosuccessatITGCommunicationsforthis position:

• Technicalexpertise inaerial telecommunicationsconstruction andworking atheightsinvarious weatherconditions
• Strongleadershipandcommunicationskillstoeffectivelyguidefield crews
• Problem-solvingabilitieswithstrongcommitmenttosafety,quality,andproductivity

PhysicalRequirements

• Abilitytostand,walk,and sit
• Abilitytoreachwithhandsandarms
• Abilitytoclimbpolesandworkatheights
• Abilitytomaintainallsafetyexpectations
• Comfortableworkingatheightsforextendedperiods

Pleasenote:

This is a safety-sensitive position. The employee has responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Theemployee must be able to perform all duties in accordance with safety regulations, company policies, and client requirements.Thisincludes butisnotlimitedto:

• Followingallrequiredsafetyprotocolsandprocedures
• Using appropriate personalprotective equipment(PPE)
• Operatingvehiclesandequipmentsafely
• Participatinginmandatorysafetytrainingandmeetings
• Reportingunsafeconditionsorpractices
• Passingrequireddrugandalcoholscreening
• Maintainingphysicalcapabilitiesnecessarytoperformessentialjobfunctionssafely

Failuretomeetthesesafetyrequirementsmayresultindisciplinaryactionuptoandincluding terminationof employment.

Additional Comments

ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG1s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG1s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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ITG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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