Job Description

Job Summary

Aerial Lineman will be responsible for aerial new build and maintenance of communication facilities which includes fiber and coaxial cable.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Understand the functionality of equipment, including, but not limited to an aerial lift device, lasher, and hand tools.
• Operate and maintain equipment, including, but not limited to an aerial lift device, lasher, and hand tools.
• Ensures proper working condition of all equipment before use.
• Perform new build and maintenance on aerial jobs.
• Identify and trouble shoot aerial related problems.
• Maintain and complete aerial construction projects.
• Complete all job-related paperwork in a timely manner
• Work safely, with or without supervision, following all company and OSHA related health and safety rules.
• Effectively communicate and interact with customers, co-employees and third parties..
• If a Lead Crewman, manage and train lower crewmen
• Work in urban environment with excellent people skills
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in: Telecom aerial construction; Pole climbing; Fiber/coax construction (new build and maintenance/repair); Lashing; Overlash; Delash/Relash; Coax drops repair; Ladder work; Tree trimming; Bucket truck operations
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform consistently under stressful conditions
• Valid driver's license required. CDL a plus
• Authorized to work in the United States

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years' experience required
• NESC knowledge is a plus
• Coax splicing and activation knowledge a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work standing, lifting arms at shoulder height and overhead, for extended periods in various weather conditions
• Ability to work aloft, either from a ladder, aerial lift device, or by pole gaffing, often lifting weights 50-75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Must have manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools and equipment.
• Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
• Must be able to hear well enough to receive verbal instructions from a distance.

Vision Utility Services, Inc

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