Apprentice Telecom Lineman, Burlington VT

Centerline; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

A major telecommunications company in Burlington, VT, seeks an Apprentice Telecom Lineman. This full-time role includes fiber installation, climbing poles, and safety management responsibilities. The position offers excellent growth opportunities, a supportive team environment, and is ideal for individuals looking to advance in the telecommunications field. Expected pay ranges from $18 to $24 per hour, along with benefits such as medical and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Consistent on‑time attendance is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Comfortable working at heights and able to operate a bucket truck.

Responsibilities

• Install fiber and maintain productivity while climbing poles.
• Manage crew paperwork and ensure safety on job sites.
• Perform vehicle maintenance checks and keep work area organized.

Skills

Ability to work at heights

Valid driver’s license

Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Climbing and ladder operation

Reliable attendance

Job description

Apprentice Telecom Lineman, Burlington VT

Centerline

Overview

As Centerline opens operations in Burlington, Vermont, we’re creating exciting new opportunities for growth. We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Telecom Lineman to support our expansion and develop into a future leader in the field. If you are looking for a career, we actively promote from within. This position is based out of our new Burlington, VT location.

What Will You Do

• Read design maps and run fiber installations using assist wheel and figure‑8 lasers
• Successfully climb poles and maintain productivity
• Build strand, lash cable, and fiber, and handle basic pole transfers
• Assemble stock items such as snow shoes and bands
• Load a lasher and manage crew paperwork (daily production and documentation)
• Familiar with and understand the use of all tools and stock
• Maintain the truck with day’s job assignment stock
• Check oil and perform VIR before every shift
• Organize and clean the truck, both inside and out
• Advise and train crew members on the levels below you
• Conscientiously maintain personal safety and the safety of all crew members on the job site

What You Will Need

• Consistent on‑time attendance
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Ability to make independent judgments and perform repetitive tasks
• Comfortable working at heights; ability to operate a bucket truck and climb ladders
• Regular contact with co‑workers and customers
• Pass OSHA‑10 Certification within 90 days of starting
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Pass and continue to pass a DOT physical
• Understand that travel, night, weekend, holiday, and on‑call work may be required
• Be prepared for overtime work
• Standard hours 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., but may start earlier or finish later based on job demands

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme heat, cold, wet conditions, airborne dust, and loud noises
• Regularly lift up to 40 lbs from floor to above head
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach, and use both hands and feet in aerial and underground work
• Exposure to hazards and physical risks requiring basic safety precautions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and use both hands and feet in aerial and underground capacity. Drive and operate a vehicle and/or bucket. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, wet conditions, vibration, and loud noise. Requires extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, communication via telephone, computer, or face‑to‑face, and use of basic office equipment such as a personal computer, copier, and fax machines.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Expected compensation includes $18 to $24 an hour and benefits including medical, vision, and dental benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan available for eligible employees. Compensation may vary by education, training, experience, skills, geographic location, seniority, merit, and other job‑related factors.

AAP/EEO Statement

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry‑leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all‑time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Telecommunications

Additional Information

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