Lineman I Telecom

Vcicom; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction firm as a Lineman I Telecom. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining aerial cable systems while ensuring safety compliance. With competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, Vci Construction offers strong opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays

Insurance (including medical, dental, vision, and disability)

401(k) with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 18 years or older, valid driver's license, and transportation required.
• 2-5 years recent experience in telecom line construction.
• Willing to work outside in inclement weather and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerial cable installation and maintenance including repairs and major system outages.
• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Operate power equipment and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Knowledge of first aid procedures

Extensive knowledge of telecom line construction

Ability to apply mathematics calculations

Problem-solving abilities

Physical stamina for lifting and climbing

Job description

Discover a more connected Lineman I Telecomcareer

At VCI Construction, LLC as a Lineman I Telecom, you’ll perform aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including the placement of poles and anchors.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance

What you’ll do as a Lineman I Telecom

• Repairs and maintains major cable system 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 related to system outages, maintenance, rebuilds and emergencies or hazards.
• Reads and interprets work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in a sequence of the task.
• 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.
• Operates power equipment such as compressors, pumps, blowers, hydraulic diggers, and hydraulic aerial lifts mounted on trucks.
• Uses test equipment to check for gas in manholes; may be required to empty water and other debris from manholes.
• Dismantles, moves, and removes aerial, underground or building wire, cable associated equipment, and hardware.
• Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
• Responds to and participates in emergency and outage situations that require heavy construction capabilities.
• Ensures that all work considers the safety of the customer and general public and compliance with all governmental orders.
• Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions.
• Complete daily production reports and As-Built documentation on prints.

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation
• Must have 2-5 years recent experience
• Extensive knowledge of approved practices, procedures, tools, and materials used in telecom line construction work.
• Identify differences in wire and cable colors.
• Required to lift moderately heavy equipment, such as telephone line; climb structures; and stand for long periods of time.
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and CPR.
• Ability to apply mathematics calculations (Example: fractions for use in drilling and pole sizing; calculating material and hardware length for assembling several pieces of equipment to poles of different thickness and circumferences.)
• Ability to work in a confined space and at high elevations (poles, hydraulic lift buckets, ladders.
• Ability to apply logical principles and thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Willing to perform work to support the values and goals of the Company.

Additional qualifications (if applicable)

• Load and unload tools and equipment on the truck.
• Coordinate movement of eyes, hands, fingers, and feet.
• Vision including depth perception, close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
• All work is performed at remote locations; driving and sitting are required.

Physical abilities & exposures

Routinely:

• Climb up and down poles, ladders, machinery, and other objects.
• Push, pull, reach, and carry objects such as tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
• All work is outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces.

Salary Range $21 - $27 / hour

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.