Lineman

Cable Services Company; Lock Haven (Clinton County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications provider is seeking a Lineman in Lock Haven, United States. The role includes construction work such as digging and climbing poles, maintaining cable systems, and reading engineering documents. A high school diploma and at least one year of experience are required, along with the ability to operate aerial lifts. Applicants must be able to work outdoors and travel weekly. The position offers an hourly wage with potential earnings based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Lineman.
• Experience operating truck-mounted aerial lifts.
• Ability to work from engineering/construction prints.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction work like digging holes and climbing poles.
• Repair and maintain cable systems.
• Complete necessary documentation for assignments.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints

Attention to detail

Interpersonal and communication skills

Physical ability to ascend/descend poles

Capacity to lift up to 80 pounds

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Willingness to work outdoors

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Truck-mounted aerial lifts

Job description

Lock Haven, 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 tasks.
• Opens, operates aerial and underground equipment needed to perform work.
• Sets up traffic control signs and cones; flags and directs traffic as needed.
• Accurately completes all required company documentation for each assignment according to established standards (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 in order 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.
• Can work efficiently, independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely ascend/descend poles and ladders.
• Great pride in delivering excellent work product.
• Works 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.
• Able to work 10+ hours in a day when necessary.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Travel

• Weekly travel required; 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 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.

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.