Lineman

Cable Services Company, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications service provider is seeking a Lineman in New Jersey. The role involves installing, operating, and maintaining overhead telecommunications lines. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as a Lineman. Travel is required, and the company will cover hotel expenses. The position demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum of 1 year experience as a Lineman.
• Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a team.
• Familiarity with coaxial and fiber construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain telecommunications lines.
• Read and interpret work orders and specifications.
• Operate aerial and underground equipment.

Skills

Ability to read engineering/construction prints

Attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to safely work at heights

Ability to move materials up to 80 pounds

Time management skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2 years' experience as Lineman

Tools

Truck-mounted aerial lifts

Job description

Travel

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

Summary / Objective

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 including 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 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; able to work safely at heights 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.
• Able to work 10+ hours in a day when necessary.
• Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions.

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 coaxial 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 required 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.

Work Environment

Outside work: Exposure to varying weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Compensation

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.