CDL-A Pole Set Lead for Telecom Aerial/Underground

Centerline; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Centerline in South Burlington, VT is seeking a Pole Set Operator with a CDL-A to safely operate digger derricks and telecom equipment. You will lead daily crew activities, perform pole setting and transfers, and read prints and job specs to keep projects on schedule.

This full-time, year-round role emphasizes safety, training newer team members, and maintaining equipment. You will inspect gear, follow load charts, and coordinate with supervisors to ensure quality work on aerial and underground

Qualifications

• CDL Class A required.
• 3–5+ years operating heavy equipment including digger derricks.
• Telecom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate digger derricks, bucket trucks, and other telecom construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Lead and support crew on aerial fiber builds, including pole setting, transfers, and strand work.
• Read prints, staking sheets, and job specs to guide work.
• Set, remove, and replace poles per project requirements.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance to stay job-ready.

Skills

leadership

safety-focused

communication

training others

read prints

Education

NCCER certification

Tools

Digger Derrick

Bucket Truck

Telecom equipment

Job description

Centerline in South Burlington, VT is seeking a Pole Set Operator with a CDL-A to safely operate digger derricks and telecom equipment. You will lead daily crew activities, perform pole setting and transfers, and read prints and job specs to keep projects on schedule.

This full-time, year-round role emphasizes safety, training newer team members, and maintaining equipment. You will inspect gear, follow load charts, and coordinate with supervisors to ensure quality work on aerial and underground