Telcommunication aerial lineman

Richland WA

Description

The Telecommunications Lineman is responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining poles, cables, and conduits for cables. The position also involves the running of fiber optic cable in the telecommunications space, both aerial and in underground infrastructure, such as manholes and other duties as assigned. Telecommunications Lineman is responsible for maintaining the safety of the crew by providing direction regarding procedures, road safety, manhole safety and general on-site project oversight. Telecommunications Lineman is also responsible for the daily record keeping (Fiber route details, slack locations, splice locations, material inventory, DOT Vehicle Inspections, Tailboards, etc.). This position will require some travel within the region. Qualifications 1-3 years telecommunications experience preferred, but not required High School Diploma or equivalency Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds Ability to work in all weather conditions, year round Ability to work in confined spaces/at heights Ability to work an on-call schedule rotation as well as days/nights/overnights/weekends/holidays/overtime, as needed Ability to drive and operate a bucket truck with trailer Must possess a valid driver’s license 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 Must be able to load a lasher Exceptional time-management and attention to detail to complete all paperwork accurately and on-time This position will require some travel within the region, as needed Job Description/Responsibilities: Responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining poles, cables, and conduits for cables Run fiber optic cable in the telecommunications space, both aerial and in underground infrastructure, such as manholes Maintain the safety of the crew by providing direction regarding procedures, road safety, manhole safety and general on-site project oversight Responsible for the daily record keeping (Fiber route details, slack locations, splice locations, material inventory, DOT Vehicle Inspections, Tailboards, etc.) Other duties as assigned