Lineman

Sunrise Telecom Inc; Town of Hixton (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Telecom Inc is looking for an Aerial Lineman in the Town of Hixton, Wisconsin. This position focuses on constructing strand infrastructure and lashing fiber cables in a safe and efficient manner while following OSHA safety standards.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Responsibilities include operating bucket trucks, understanding utility clearances, and communicating effectively with the crew.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Combination of technical training and/or experience.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate bucket truck and equipment for aerial fiber construction.
• Set up job including strand and fiber trailers.
• Frame poles according to industry specifications.
• Lash fiber cables to strand.
• Follow safety requirements and communicate with crew leader.

Skills

Knowledge of aerial fiber construction

Ability to safely climb poles

Understanding of OSHA safety requirements

Ability to read network prints

Experience with bucket trucks and related equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title

Aerial Lineman

Immediate Supervisor

Aerial Foreman, Director, Owner

General Job Summary

To construct strand infrastructure and lash fiber cables to strand.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Operating bucket truck as well as other equipment related to aerial fiber construction
• Understand how to proficiently set up the job (strand trailer, fiber trailer, and caddies)
• Understand clearances from other utilities, ground, road, highway, sidewalk, and nonpedestrian areas
• Knowledge and ability to properly frame poles according to industry specifications
• Ability to lash/over-lash single and multiple cable bundles of fiber cables
• Ability to read and interpret network prints
• Ability to safely climb poles using gaffs or ladders
• Understand and follow OSHA safety requirements to complete the job(s) safely and efficiently
• Communicate by phone frequently throughout the work day
• Follow direction(s) specifically delivered from crew leader
• Performs other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Combination of technical training and/or experience
• 1 year of relevant experience
• Previous experience in a construction environment preferred
• Must be able to meet the physical requirement of the position
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass drug, background, DOT & MVR screenings

(This is not a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties as indicated by the supervisor/manager may also apply)