Lineman - Telecom

Congruex; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Life insurance

Safety boot program

Company store discounts

Job summary

Congruex is seeking a Lineman to construct, repair, and maintain aerial and underground telecom infrastructure while ensuring safety, efficiency, and to quality standards. You will perform line construction, maintenance, and emergency restoration activities while supporting daily field operations. Your customers are Congruex project teams and utility clients.

The role requires CDL, DOT Medical Card, and a commitment to safe work practices. Travel may be 10-15% across projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• CDL certification required.
• DOT Medical Card required.
• Experience in aerial and underground telecom line construction or utility work.
• Ability to operate construction equipment and work in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Construct, repair, and maintain aerial and underground telecommunications infrastructure.
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, specifications, and prints.
• Operate construction equipment including aerial lifts and hydraulic tools.
• Complete emergency restoration and maintenance activities with safety and quality in mind.
• Maintain daily production reports and project records.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulatory standards.
• Additional duties within the scope as needed.

Skills

Telecom construction

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CDL certification

DOT Medical Card

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Aerial lifts

Hydraulic equipment

Pumps

Job description

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

Reports To: Construction Manager

Travel Potential: 10 - 15%

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Job Summary

As the Lineman, you will ultimately be responsible for constructing, repairing, and maintaining aerial and underground telecommunications infrastructure while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. You will perform line construction, maintenance, and emergency restoration activities while supporting daily field operations. Your customers are Congruex project teams, utility clients, and the communities we serve, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through safe work practices, quality craftsmanship, and reliable service delivery.

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Construct, repair, and maintain aerial and underground telecommunications infrastructure, including cable, strand, poles, anchors, and associated hardware.
• Read and interpret work orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and construction prints to complete assigned work accurately.
• Operate construction equipment including aerial lifts, hydraulic equipment, compressors, pumps, and related tools.
• Complete emergency restoration, maintenance, outage response, and system rebuild activities while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Complete daily production reports, As-Built documentation, and maintain accurate project records.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and all applicable customer and regulatory standards.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• DOT Medical Card required.

Experience

• Experience in aerial and underground telecommunications line construction or utility construction.
• Experience operating construction equipment and working in field environments.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of telecommunications construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety practices.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and construction documents.
• Ability to distinguish wire and cable color codes.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules as required.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Flagger, Competent Person, Confined Space, Pole Climbing, Forklift, and Silica Training certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb poles, ladders, and work at elevated heights for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, confined spaces, and active construction environments.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

Benefits

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.