Lineman

ADB Companies, LLC; Pacific, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ADB Companies, LLC is seeking a Lineman to join our wireline aerial team, performing fiber optic installation and related duties. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and ALL IN attitude, with opportunities for growth and extensive on-the-job training.

Candidates must have 2+ years lineman experience in telecom, formal lineman certification, CDL or ability to obtain, and a valid driver's license. The company offers nationwide travel and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of lineman experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Formal lineman training or certification from an accredited tech school.
• 6 months OTJ training and 1 year lineman experience if no formal education.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; CDL preferred or able to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide mid-level aerial installation functions on safety sensitive sites.
• Read utility prints and maps.
• Assist in fiber placement and equipment operations.
• Climb poles or use lift to place cable per designs.
• Support setup and shutdown of projects including traffic control.
• Train with experienced crews to learn fiber installation and OSHA requirements.
• Load/unload materials at yards and jobsites.
• Lead by example and enforce safety rules.
• Perform on-the-job training with Foreman to grow skills.
• Identify hazards using the pre-task process.

Skills

Print reading

Pole climbing

Safety compliance

Fiber installation

Education

Lineman certification

High School Diploma

CDL License

Tools

OSHA standards

Pole climbing equipment

Job description

To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support thecompany’s mission, vision, and values.

OUR MISSION: We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, andcareer growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.

POSITION TITLE: Lineman
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our Communities.

ADB is seeking a Lineman to join our wireline aerial team and provide proficient manual laborer, cable placement, andequipment operations. This position will provide aerial installation of fiber optic cable for various telecommunicationprojects. This is an ideal position for someone looking to grow their career in the utility construction industry. ADB willprovide all the necessary tools and training to learn the trade with an extensive amount of growth and developmentopportunity. ADB is known in the industry for our world class culture, work stability, career development opportunities,and best in class vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will be safety focused, customer and quality centric,with a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides mid-level aerial installation functions that could include hand digging with a shovel, setting up trafficcontrol, entry level equipment operations, placing fiber, climbing poles, loading materials, etc. on varioussafety sensitive utility construction sites
• Proficient with utility print and map reading
• Has performed at least 2 years of independent aerial cable placement and installation; knows all safetyregulations with basic operating skills
• Climbs utility poles and/or utilizes lift to place cable in adherence to print designs and maps
• Supports the setup and shut down of utility construction projects including traffic control in various conditionsincluding highways, side streets, parking lots, downtown locations, etc.
• Safety is the expectation, always follows the required safety practices while performing safety sensitive duties
• Trains alongside experience construction crews learning fiber installation, print reading, equipmentoperations, OSHA requirements, etc.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment in from vehicles at construction yards and jobsites
• Acts as right hand to the Foreman, leads by example, ensures safety rules/regulations are followed, and canlead other’s on jobsites
• Performs OTJ training to with Foreman and/or Senior Foreman to grow and development technical andleadership skills
• Assists in identifying hazards by utilizing the pre-task process
• Performs other position duties when requested

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Travel Ability Nationwide
• A strong belief in ZERO- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
• Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
• Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
• Excellent at learning and following direction

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite
• Regular exposure to all weather conditions include hot, humid, cold, rain, snow, ice, etc.
• When working on site, will be required to wear common protective of safety equipment, such as safetyglasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel toed boots.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• 2+ year of lineman experience within the telecommunications industry required
• Formalized training/Lineman certification required from accredited tech school required
• 6 months OTJ training and 1 year of Lineman experience required if no formal education
• Valid driver license with a clean driving record required
• CDL License (or the ability to obtain) required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

The starting pay for this position is [X amount] and may vary based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment andpre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

DL Class A CDL

Equal Opportunity Employer
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