Lineman Technician 2

TriStruX; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with match up 4

HSA and FSA options

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

Job summary

TSX Fiber Services LLC in Wayne, NJ seeks a Lineman Technician II (Aerial Construction) to install, maintain, relocate aerial fiber-optic systems and related telecom infrastructure. You will perform cable placement through conduits, pole-riser installs, and work with crews to meet safety and project specs.

Requires 3+ years in aerial fiber construction, valid driver’s license, and ability to read construction prints. Willingness to travel and work extended hours; on-call rotation may apply.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum 3+ years in aerial fiber optic construction.
• Experience with strand and lash aerial construction methods.
• Ability to read construction drawings and aerial network documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe workmanship.
• Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and local utility attachment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, transfer, and remove aerial fiber optic cable on utility poles and related structures
• Perform strand placement, lashing, over-lashing, cable transfers, and pole-to-pole construction
• Install and secure aerial fiber hardware, including strand, anchors, clamps, and related attachments
• Ensure proper cable sag, clearance, and alignment in compliance with NESC and project specifications
• Read and interpret construction prints, maps, and aerial plant documentation
• Identify construction-related issues such as clearance violations, damaged cable, or improper attachments
• Safely operate bucket trucks, lashers, tensioners, and other aerial construction tools and equipment
• Coordinate work with crew members, supervisors, traffic control, and other utilities as required
• Perform routine inspections of aerial plants and report deficiencies or safety concerns
• Maintain accurate daily reports, redlines, and material usage documentation
• Follow all OSHA regulations, NESC standards, and company safety policies

Skills

Valid driver's license

3+ years aerial fiber optic constru

Strand and lash aerial construction

Read construction drawings

Attention to detail and safety

Operate bucket trucks

Education

First Aid/CPR or OSHA safety certifications

Tools

Bucket trucks

Aerial lifts

NESC knowledge

Job description

TSX Fiber Services LLC designs, builds, maintains, and restores fiber optic networks and critical telecommunications infrastructure throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. For more than two decades, our teams have supported network developers and operators in communities that are home to more than 5% of the U.S. population. We bring the field expertise and dependable service needed to keep these networks connected as they grow and evolve!

Job Summary:

Lineman Technician II(Aerial Construction) is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and relocation of aerial fiber-optic cable systems and related telecommunications infrastructure. The role primarily focuses on aerial construction while also performing associated construction tasks, including cable placement through conduit systems, pole-riser installation, cable pulling and routing, building and cell-site placement, and the drilling and sealing of approved cable-entry points. The Lineman Technician II is expected to work independently or as part of a crew to complete assigned construction activities safely, efficiently, and in accordance with construction standards, safety regulations, approved prints, and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, transfer, and remove aerial fiber optic cable on utility poles and related structures
• Perform strand placement, lashing, over-lashing, cable transfers, and pole-to-pole construction
• Install and secure aerial fiber hardware, including strand, anchors, clamps, and related attachments
• Ensure proper cable sag, clearance, and alignment in compliance with NESC and project specifications
• Read and interpret construction prints, maps, and aerial plant documentation
• Identify construction-related issues such as clearance violations, damaged cable, or improper attachments
• Safely operate bucket trucks, lashers, tensioners, and other aerial construction tools and equipment
• Coordinate work with crew members, supervisors, traffic control, and other utilities as required
• Perform routine inspections of aerial plants and report deficiencies or safety concerns
• Maintain accurate daily reports, redlines, and material usage documentation
• Follow all OSHA regulations, NESC standards, and company safety policies

Education and Experience:

• Valid driver’s license required
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in aerial fiber optic construction
• Demonstrated experience with strand and lash aerial construction methods
• Strong knowledge of aerial fiber construction practices, materials, and hardware
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and aerial network documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating bucket trucks and aerial lifts
• Familiarity with NESC, OSHA, and local utility attachment requirements
• First Aid/CPR or OSHA safety certifications

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds or more.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, climb, bend, and work overhead for extended periods.
• Comfortable working at heights and in outdoor environments.

Availability & Schedule Requirements:

• Participation in an on-call rotation.
• Willing to work extended hours, travel, on-call assignments, and emergency work when required.
• Occasional night, weekend, and emergency work based on project demands.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage;
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match of up to 4%;
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options;
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance;
• Paid time off; and
• Six paid holidays

Additional voluntary benefits are available, including short-term and long-term disability coverage, supplemental insurance, legal insurance, identity and fraud protection, and pet insurance.

Benefit eligibility generally begins on the first day of the month following hire for eligible employees.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications of this position. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related duties and follow other job-related instructions as assigned by an authorized company representative.

The essential functions identified in this job description represent the fundamental duties of the position. Marginal or incidental functions may not be specifically listed. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position may be revised as business needs change, including as necessary to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The qualifications listed represent the minimum knowledge, skills, abilities, and other requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Where permitted by law, employment requirements may take into account legitimate health or safety considerations that are job-related, consistent with business necessity, and necessary for the safe performance of essential job functions.

TSX Fiber Services LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.