An Aerial Lineman should be able to do the following:
Work safely, with or without supervision
Fully understand and operate equipment, including, but not limited to an aerial lift device, lasher, and hand tools.
Perform work in accordance with industry standards. Read and follow design engineers' instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures.
Prepare engineering field notes. Interpret buried and aerial telecom facilities in records, maps and in the field with clarity and detail.
Lift and manipulate lasher and other cable placement equipment.
Follow instructions and communicate verbally and in writing
Effectively communicate problems or concerns to the Foreman, Project Supervisor or Safety Manager.
Complete low-level and high-level labor-intensive tasks, as well as operation of assigned construction equipment.
Complete daily production reports to document work performed.
Use hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project
Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements:
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
A valid State driver's license.
Physical Demands: Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stand, stoop, kneel, and drive. Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods. The employee must frequently push, pull, lift (10%) and/or carry up to 100 pounds and occasionally push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
This job requires the use of computers or phones to access various apps and Microsoft Outlook.
This job's specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This job requires travel. When traveling, the lineman will be on a four week on, one week off rotation schedule.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inclement weather conditions.
The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.