Lineman

Cable Services Company; Burgettstown (Washington County); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel expenses covered during travel

Hourly base rate with performance incentives

Job summary

A telecommunications service provider is seeking a Lineman based in Burgettstown, United States. The role involves installation, repair, and maintenance of telecommunications lines, operation of aerial and underground equipment, and ensuring safety during work. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience. The job requires physical stamina for tasks at heights and the ability to lift heavy equipment. Weekly travel is expected, and the company offers competitive hourly rates based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Lineman.
• Experience working with engineering/construction prints.
• Ability to move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction work on telecommunications lines.
• Repair and maintain cable systems and structures.
• Read and interpret work orders and specifications.
• Operate required aerial and underground equipment.
• Complete required company documentation for assignments.

Skills

Ability to read engineering/construction prints

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work efficiently in teams

Physical stamina for climbing

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Truck-mounted aerial lifts

Job description

Burgettstown, United States | Posted on 02/23/2026

The Lineman performs a variety of duties related to the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of overhead telecommunications lines.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs construction work such as digging holes, climbing telephone poles, placing and removing poles and anchors, pulling and stringing wire/cable from pole to pole, laying cable and conduit in the ground.
• Repairs and maintains major cable systems and structures such as broken lashing, replacing or re-sagging aerial strand, pole transfers, down‑guys, aerial to underground conversion, substructure repairs and cable replacements.
• Reads and interprets work orders, specifications and engineering/construction documents to determine the tasks to be performed.
• Operates aerial and underground equipment needed to perform work.
• Sets up traffic control signs and cones; flags and/or directs traffic as needed.
• Accurately completes all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (e.g., timesheet, truck report, expense report).
• Proficient with office management methods and techniques; may assist with general accounting tasks.
• Adheres to all established company safety policies and performs work in a safe manner.
• Performs other tasks and assignments as assigned to help the team complete a project.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints, plans and specifications.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely ascend/descend poles and ladders; work safely at heights in excess of 20+ feet.
• Ability to move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment with constant interruptions.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Able to work 10+ hours in a day when necessary; willing to work outside in varying weather conditions.

Travel

Weekly travel is required for this position. Company will pay hotel expenses (shared room).

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Lineman.
• Experience operating and working in truck‑mounted aerial lifts.
• Experience working from engineering/construction prints, plans and specifications.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience as a Lineman preferably in the telecommunications field.
• Experience with coax and fiber construction (UG and Aerial).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to pass a criminal background screen.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (three‑year lookback).
• Pre‑employment drug test.
• DOT physical.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those who must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position typically requires: balancing, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, hearing, and talking.

Outside work: Exposure to varying weather conditions.

Cable Services Company, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity.

Offering an hourly base rate and the potential for increased earnings with production‑based performance.

Requirements

Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.