Lineman

Henkels & McCoy, Inc.; East Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 42,324 - 60,279; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility services provider is seeking a Lineman for a field-based role in Central New York. Responsibilities include installing and relocating both aerial and underground cables while ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates must have experience as a lineman, be physically able to perform manual labor, and hold a valid driver's license. The position demands traveling to various job sites and requires passing a drug test and background check. The starting hourly rate is $37.24 with a CDL-A and employment falls under the union.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb poles using climbing gear.
• Current valid driver's license essential, preferably CDL A.
• Minimum of 2 years lineman experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety procedures and use safety equipment.
• Install and relocate aerial and underground cable.
• Support line crews during construction phases.

Skills

Ability to climb pole to cable height

Valid driver’s license (CDL A preferred)

2+ years of experience as a lineman

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Physical endurance for manual labor

Fluent English speaker

Job description

Job Summary

This position is a field based role and will travel daily to job sites in Central New York State.

Current job sites are: Mayfield NY, Lowville NY, Middletown NY and Sidney NY.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Installs and/or relocates aerial and underground cable including fiber optic, transportation, distribution and drop cable. Ensures that it meets industry standards, is technically reliable and performed in a timely and cost efficient manner.
• Provides support for line crews during all phases of construction activity.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb pole to cable height using pole climber gaffs.
• Current valid driver’s license (preferably a CDL A) with a clean driving record is required.
• 2+ years of experience as a lineman and have the knowledge to detect power space violations and safety issues.
• Must be able to lift, reach, dig and carry heavy objects; with frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and infrequent lifting of up to 100 pounds.
• This position requires significant time doing manual labor functions, walking on uneven ground, working in tight spaces and in general, being overall physically demanding. Must be able to perform heavy physical work and perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work up to 6 days per week in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel as required.
• A pre-employment, on-site certification will be required. The applicant must successfully show that he/she can complete the duties as described within this document to the satisfaction of the construction supervision.
• All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, random testing will be completed after date of hire.
• Must pass a customer-driven background check.
• All applicants must follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective equipment at all times.
• All applicants must speak the English language fluently and clearly.

Starting Hourly rate is $37.24 (with CDL-A).

Henkels and McCoy is a Union Employer.

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.