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Aerial Lineman

TCS Communications
Indianapolis, Indiana
Full-time

Overview and Essential Functions

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for an Aerial Lineman to join our team and help connect America.

The Aerial Lineman will perform aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including the placement of poles and anchors.

Candidates with months of verifiable utility construction experience are eligible for $0 Gross Hiring Bonus, for applications received between August 1, 3, and September , 3, job offer date and start employment by October , 3.

What you’ll do

  • Ability to throw 1-2 pound weighted rope over elevated cable / telephone lines and tree branches
  • Ability to pull lashing equipment down cable lines to secure wires
  • Ability to use pounding equipment to install grounding rods and anchors into ground
  • Ability to assist in pulling out cable lines and other equipment used in installing cable wires
  • Installs equipment and dress pole to customer specifications, using assorted small hand and power tools
  • Operates chain hoist to add tension to cable and guy wires
  • Operates vehicle and bucket lift safely, following all safety and traffic regulations
  • Basic daily maintenance of Company vehicle including fluids check, cleanliness vehicle organization
  • Assists in directing traffic flow in accordance with local and state DOT guidelines
  • Responsible to fill out daily production reports
  • You will install and repair aerial telecommunications cable
  • You will safely use hand tools and equipment such as; wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more
  • You will safely operate mechanized equipment such as; bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators, and more
  • You will set up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
  • You will flag traffic when required
  • You will understand separation and clearance regulations
  • You will safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
  • You will maintain safe working habits / conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies
  • You will do other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Who we are looking for

  • Assists in maintaining proper inventory on vehicle based on work assignment
  • Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers, homeowners, and customers
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid CDL Class A driver’s license
  • You are at least years old
  • You are authorized to work in the United States for this company
  • You are able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
  • You have a valid standard Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • You have previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry
  • You have knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques
  • You are able to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to feet
  • You are able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as; pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction)
  • You are able to lift / carry lbs regularly and up to lbs as needed with or without assistance
  • You are able to work over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call
  • You are able to maintain a safe work environment
  • You are able to work in all weather conditions
  • You are able to travel when travel is required
  • You may have experience splicing of active & passive equipment

Benefits and Company Summary

What you'll get...

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D

k) Retirement Savings w / Company Match

  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company Discounts
  • Legal Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 30+ days ago