Apprentice Telecom Lineman

Job Description

Job Description

Have you attended lineman school or do you have an interest in Telecom Construction? Due to growth and promotions, we are now hiring for Apprentice Telecom Linemen who has an interest in growing with our company. If you are looking for a career, we actively promote from within. We are actively interviewing and hiring for multiple positions and levels.  This position is based out of our Fairfield Maine location.

What You Will Do:

• Ability to able to read maps (design), able to run assist wheel and figure 8 fiber
• Can successfully climb poles and be productive
• Build strand, lash cable and fiber and be able to handle basic pole transfers
• Assemble stock I.E. snow shoes, bands
• Must be able to load a lasher
• Ability to be handle crew paperwork ie) production for the day and documentation
• Familiar with, and understand the use of, all tools and stock
• Stock truck with stock for the day’s job assignment
• Check oil and do VIR after every shift
• Responsible for general organization of truck and cleanliness of truck both in and out
• Accountable for the advancement and training of anyone on the levels below them
• Conscientious regarding the safety of him/herself at times as well as the safety of every other crew member or individual on the job site

What You Will Need:

• Proven ability to be on time daily as well as maintain good attendance. 
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver’s license in good standing. 
• Ability to make independent judgments and perform repetitive tasks. 
• This is an aerial position so the incumbent must be able to be comfortable working at heights, learn how to work and operate a bucket truck and climb ladders
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers 
• Within 90 days of the start date, take and pass the OSHA-10 Certification 
• Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Screens 
• Must be able to take and pass, and continue to pass, a DOT Physical  
• Must demonstrate a basic understanding that travel, night, weekend, and holiday work to include on-call responsibilities, may be a requirement. 
• Overtime should be expected. 
• Hours: 6:30a-3:30p are the normal working hours, but due to customer and/or job demands the position may start earlier and end later job dependent.

Work Environment

• The work environment involves exposure to a range of adverse conditions, such as extreme heat and cold, wet conditions, airborne dust, and excessively loud noises.
• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head 40 lbs continuously
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach, and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require basic safety precautions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Drive and operate a vehicle, and/or bucket. Environmental conditions: exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration and very loud noise. Requires the ability to sit for extended periods, stand, bend, walk, communicate via telephone, computer and/or face-to-face contact, vision to monitor, and use basic office equipment such as a personal computer, copier and fax machines regularly during the course of work.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

AAP/EEO Statement: 

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO. 

Join us today. Together, we’re building a better network.

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