Pole Set Lead (CDL-A) for Telecom Construction

Centerline Communications LLC; South Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Referral bonuses

Generous PTO

Job summary

Centerline Communications LLC in South Burlington, VT, seeks a full-time Pole Set Operator to support telecom construction projects. You will operate digger derricks, read prints, set poles, and lead a crew on aerial fiber installations.

A CDL-A license and 3–5+ years of experience are required, with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will work in a hybrid field role, perform equipment inspections, and coordinate with supervisors to keep work on schedule.

Qualifications

• Active CDL-A license is required.
• 3–5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, including digger derricks.
• Experience in telecom construction and leading field crews is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate digger derricks, bucket trucks and other telecom equipment safely.
• Lead and support crew on aerial fiber builds including pole setting and transfers.
• Read and work from prints, staking sheets and job specs.
• Set, remove and replace poles per project requirements.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow load charts, rigging practices and safe lifting procedures.
• Keep site clean, organized and safe.
• Communicate with crew and supervisors to stay on schedule.
• Help train less experienced team members.

Skills

CDL-A license

Digger derricks operation

Team leadership

Read prints

Tools

Pole setting equipment

Rigging safety gear

Job description

Centerline Communications LLC in South Burlington, VT, seeks a full-time Pole Set Operator to support telecom construction projects. You will operate digger derricks, read prints, set poles, and lead a crew on aerial fiber installations.

A CDL-A license and 3–5+ years of experience are required, with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will work in a hybrid field role, perform equipment inspections, and coordinate with supervisors to keep work on schedule.