Telecom Lineman – Field Construction & Outage Pro

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies are seeking a skilled telecom lineworker to repair, install, and maintain major cable systems at remote outdoor sites across Michigan. The role requires climbing poles, handling heavy equipment, reading drawings, and performing work with safety as a priority.

Candidates should be physically fit and able to work long shifts in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• CDL preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of approved telecom line construction practices, tools and materials.
• Identify differences in wire and cable colors.
• Lift and maneuver heavy equipment up to 75 lbs; climb structures; stand long periods.
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and CPR is desirable.
• Ability to perform math calculations for drilling and pole sizing.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains major cable system and structures such as lashing, aerial strand work, pole transfers, and conversions.”
• Reads work orders, specs, and drawings to determine tasks in sequence.
• Performs construction tasks: digging, climbing poles, laying cable and conduit.

Skills

CDL preferred

Telecom line construction

Safety conscious

Physical endurance

First Aid/CPR

Reading drawings

Math calculations

Work outdoors

Job description

Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies are seeking a skilled telecom lineworker to repair, install, and maintain major cable systems at remote outdoor sites across Michigan. The role requires climbing poles, handling heavy equipment, reading drawings, and performing work with safety as a priority.

Candidates should be physically fit and able to work long shifts in varying weather conditions.