Fiber Construction Lineman – Field Tech & Installer

Uniti Group Inc.; Heath (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti, is seeking a line worker to install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits across multiple sites in the United States. The role involves operating bucket trucks, stringing lines, and installing both aerial and underground cables, with emphasis on safety and adherence to industry standards.

This position requires physical stamina, ability to travel up to 50%, and a willingness to work weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass DOT certification pre-hire.
• Pole climbing certification.
• Ability to travel up to 50% and work on-call/on-site/hours as required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in diverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits using bucket trucks and ladders.
• Install aerial and buried cables; test and locate faults.
• Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing, or adjusting equipment.
• Read blueprints and staking sheets; follow engineers’ instructions and project scope.
• Work in trenches/manholes and underground ducts; lay and pull cables as needed.
• Maintain safety, attend safety meetings, and comply with OSHA/RUS standards.
• Prepare engineering field notes and document work performed.
• Travel up to 50% and work weekends/holidays/overtime as required.

Skills

Pole climbing certification

Bucket truck operation

DOT pre-hire certification

Travel up to 50%

On-call schedule

Heavy lifting

Job description

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti, is seeking a line worker to install, repair, and maintain poles, cables, and conduits across multiple sites in the United States. The role involves operating bucket trucks, stringing lines, and installing both aerial and underground cables, with emphasis on safety and adherence to industry standards.

This position requires physical stamina, ability to travel up to 50%, and a willingness to work weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.