Aerial Construction Lineman

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Aerial Construction Lineman

Immediate Supervisor: Aerial Foreman, Director, Owner 

General Job Summary:  

To construct strand infrastructure and lash fiber cables to strand. 

Principal duties and Responsibilities: 

• Operating bucket truck as well as other equipment related to aerial fiber construction 

• Understand how to proficiently set up the job (strand trailer, fiber trailer and caddies) 

• Understand clearances from the other utilities, ground, road, highway, sidewalk and nonpedestrian areas 

• Knowledge and ability to properly frame poles according to industry specifications 

• Ability to lash/over-lash single and multiple cable bundles of fiber cables 

• Ability to read and interpret network prints 

• Ability to safely climb poles using gaffs or ladders

• Understand and follow OSHA safety requirements to complete the job(s) safely and efficiently 

• Communicate by phone frequently throughout the work day 

• Follow direction(s) specifically delivered from crew leader 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements: 

• High school diploma or its equivalent 

• Combination of technical training and/or experience 

• 1 year of relevant experience 

• Previous experience in a construction environment preferred 

• Must be able to meet physical requirement of the position 

• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary 

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions. 

• Must have a valid driver’s license 

• Must be authorized to work in the United States 

• Must be able to pass drug, background, DOT & MVR screenings 

(This is not a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties as indicated by the supervisor/manager may also apply