Fiber Optic Aerial Lineman — Travel & Field Tech

ISA Certified Arborist; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a fiber optic installation technician to install and maintain overhead and underground systems across Virginia and Maryland. The role emphasizes aerial construction, fiber pulling, and lash/de-lash operations from bucket trucks.

You will read engineering drawings and coordinate with utilities while completing daily paperwork. The position requires 2–3 years in aerial construction, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Experience in OSP Fiber pulling and installations
• Understanding of separation and clearance
• Knowledge of ADSS fiber cable construction and
• Job includes operating bucket trucks to Lash and De-Lash existing & new cable
• Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and construction equipment
• Knowledge of lashing
• Install and remove down guy/anchor, sidewalk arms, and guy guards
• Be proficient in pole climbing and working from Hooks/Gaffs.
• Read and interpret engineering
• Prepare daily production
• Complete paperwork, time sheets , test results, vehicle inspection, and
• Help coordinate local utilities, when
• Schedule plant related activities for construction and
• Submit reports on all construction activities , daily, weekly and monthly as
• Attend training classes in new technology and safety as
• Operate Company vehicles safely.
• Frequently sitting, standing, climbing, and bending.
• Occasional standing, walking, kneeling and crawling are
• Physical Aspects: The physical demands described here are typical of a team-member to perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.
• The team-member frequently requires performing rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel); balances; and stoop, kneels, crouches or crawls. Team members frequently lift or move up to, or in-excess of 80 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the responsibilities of this job, team-members may frequently experience fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Employees perform powerline construction work outside and subject it to diverse weather conditions.
• Team-Oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Customer Service Focused
• Ethical and Honest
• Dutifully follow established Safety Rules and Company Policy
• Required Qualifications:
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years' experience in all aspects of Aerial Construction
• DOT Health Card required to operate a bucket truck
• Valid and unrestricted Driver's License and acceptable driving record
• Able to read/write and understand aerial drawings
• Able to lift an excess of 75-80 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights of 20+ feet
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Able to travel long distances at short notice
• Able to work for extended periods in multiple locations
• Willing to work overtime when requested
• Willing to Travel
• Willing to work nights and weekends
• Preferred Qualifications:
• CDL License is preferred and ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• This is a safety sensitive position that requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.
• Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Job description

XKIG is seeking a fiber optic installation technician to install and maintain overhead and underground systems across Virginia and Maryland. The role emphasizes aerial construction, fiber pulling, and lash/de-lash operations from bucket trucks.

You will read engineering drawings and coordinate with utilities while completing daily paperwork. The position requires 2–3 years in aerial construction, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel.