Lineman: Travel Telecom Install & Repair

Cable Services Company, Inc.; Burgettstown (Washington County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cable Services Company, Inc. is seeking a Lineman to join our traveling crew. The position covers the Northeast, with extended overnight absences and occasional local assignments.

Responsibilities include installing, operating, repairing, and maintaining overhead telecommunications lines, reading plans, and ensuring safety in all tasks. Expect long hours, outdoor work, and variable weather conditions, with weekly travel and hotel accommodations provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year as a Lineman.
• Experience operating truck mounted aerial lifts.
• Experience reading engineering/construction prints, plans and specs.

Responsibilities

• Digging holes, climbing poles, placing and removing poles and anchors, pulling and stringing wire.
• Repairing and maintaining major cable systems and structures.
• Reading work orders and specs to determine tasks.
• Operate aerial and underground equipment.
• Set up traffic control signs and cones.
• Flag and direct traffic as needed.
• Complete required company documentation (timesheet, truck, expenses).
• Proficient with office management methods and techniques.
• May assist with general accounting tasks.
• Follow safety policies and work safely at heights.
• Perform other tasks to help the team complete projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Pole climbing

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation

Manual lifting

Reading prints/specs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Aerial lifts

Job description

Cable Services Company, Inc. is seeking a Lineman to join our traveling crew. The position covers the Northeast, with extended overnight absences and occasional local assignments.

Responsibilities include installing, operating, repairing, and maintaining overhead telecommunications lines, reading plans, and ensuring safety in all tasks. Expect long hours, outdoor work, and variable weather conditions, with weekly travel and hotel accommodations provided as needed.