Lineman

Cable Services Company, Inc.; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competititve hourly rate

Performance-based earnings

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

A leading telecommunications service provider in Danville is seeking a lineman who will perform construction and maintenance tasks on cable systems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in a similar role, must be able to safely operate equipment and perform physical tasks. Weekly travel is necessary and hotel expenses will be covered. A valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks are required. This position offers an hourly wage with performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Pre-employment drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction work including digging holes, climbing telephone poles.
• Repair and maintain cable systems.
• Read and interpret work orders and engineering documents.
• Operate aerial and underground equipment.
• Set up traffic control signs and direct traffic.
• Complete required documentation.

Skills

Reading engineering/construction prints

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safe ladder and pole ascension

Moving heavy materials (up to 80 pounds)

Ability to manage changing priorities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One (1) year experience as a lineman

Tools

Truck-mounted aerial lifts

Job description

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

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• 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, and 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 and flags/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).
• Is 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.
• Works efficiently, independently, and collaboratively within a team environment; possesses excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Can safely ascend/descend poles and ladders.
• Gives great pride to delivering an excellent work product.
• Can work safely at heights in excess of 20+ feet.
• Can move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Manages multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment with constant interruptions.
• 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' of experience as a lineman, preferably in the telecommunications field.
• Experience with coaxial 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. Exposure to varying weather conditions is expected.

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.