Telecom Lineman — Field Installations & Cable Repair

cable-services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation with hourly base rate

Potential for production-based earnings

Hotel expenses covered for travel

Job summary

Cable Services is hiring a Lineman in Scranton, PA. This role includes installing, repairing, and maintaining telecommunications lines. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience and a High School diploma.

Responsibilities include climbing poles, digging, and reading engineering documents. Strong communication skills and physical endurance are necessary. The position mandates weekly travel and operates under various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Lineman.
• Experience with truck-mounted aerial lifts and working from plans.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction work like digging holes and climbing poles.
• Repair and maintain major cable systems.
• Read work orders and interpret construction documents.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering/construction prints

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ability to work at heights over 20 feet

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Truck-mounted aerial lifts

Coax and fiber construction tools

Job description

Cable Services is hiring a Lineman in Scranton, PA. This role includes installing, repairing, and maintaining telecommunications lines. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience and a High School diploma.

Responsibilities include climbing poles, digging, and reading engineering documents. Strong communication skills and physical endurance are necessary. The position mandates weekly travel and operates under various weather conditions.