Communications Groundhand

Danella Companies; Farmingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

On-the-job training and advancement

Job summary

SLG Services, Inc. performs turnkey outside-plant telecom construction — aerial and underground placement, fiber and coax splicing, testing and restoration — as a single self-performing partner to leading communications providers.

The Telecom Lineman role executes aerial construction, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber and coax, by climbing poles and operating bucket trucks, working as part of a crew to build and maintain overhead plant safely and

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable MVR.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs regularly.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions as part of a crew.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable with pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew with loading/unloading and staging materials, tools, and equipment.
• Perform trenching, digging, and backfilling for underground cable and conduit placement.
• Assist with conduit placement and fiber-blowing operations under foreman.
• Set up and maintain work-zone traffic control and signage (flagging).
• Assist linemen with aerial cable placement and equipment staging from the ground.
• Operate hand tools and light equipment as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe job site; restore areas on completion.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of company vehicles and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements, including OSHA and NESC guidelines.
• May climb poles under supervision once trained and certified.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Outdoor work

Team player

Safety conscious

Job description

SLG Services, Inc. performs turnkey outside-plant (OSP) telecom construction — aerial and underground placement, fiber and coax splicing, testing and restoration — as a single self-performing partner to leading communications providers.

The Role

The Telecom Lineman performs aerial construction, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and coaxial cable, by climbing poles and operating aerial lift (bucket) trucks. The Lineman works as part of a crew to safely and efficiently build and maintain overhead plant in accordance with company and industry standards

Responsibilities

• Assist crew with loading, unloading, and staging materials, tools, and equipment.
• Perform trenching, digging, and backfilling for underground cable and conduit placement.
• Assist with conduit placement and fiber-blowing operations under the direction of the foreman.
• Set up and maintain work-zone traffic control and signage (flagging).
• Assist linemen with aerial cable placement and equipment staging from the ground.
• Operate hand tools and light equipment as directed and trained.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site; restore work areas (backfill, landscaping, cleanup) upon completion.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of company vehicles and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements, including OSHA and NESC guidelines.
• May climb poles under supervision once trained and certified on proper climbing technique and equipment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs on a regular basis.
• Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and work as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Company Values

• Safety first — safety and wellness of employees, families and communities drive every decision.
• Privately held and family-oriented; invests in on-the-job training and internal growth.
• Proud partner of the DoW SkillBridge program for transitioning service members.
• Accountability, teamwork and ownership — professionals who take ownership of their work and drive results.

SLG offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and on-the-job training and advancement opportunities.

Workplace Policy Notes and Equal Opportunity Statement

• Danella maintains a workplace completely free of drugs and alcohol; employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Company vehicles are fitted with GPS tracking and front/rear cameras.
• Valid driver's license (and CDL where noted) required for field roles.

Danella is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.