Lineman in Hixton, Wisconsin at Sunrise Telecom

Title: Aerial Lineman

Immediate Supervisor: Aerial Foreman, Director, Owner

General Job Summary:

To construct strand infrastructure and lash fiber cables to strand.

Principal duties and Responsibilities:

• Operating bucket truck as well as other equipment related to aerial fiber construction

• Understand how to proficiently set up the job (strand trailer, fiber trailer and caddies)

• Understand clearances from the other utilities, ground, road, highway, sidewalk and nonpedestrian areas

• Knowledge and ability to properly frame poles according to industry specifications

• Ability to lash/over-lash single and multiple cable bundles of fiber cables

• Ability to read and interpret network prints

• Ability to safely climb poles using gaffs or ladders

• Understand and follow OSHA safety requirements to complete the job(s) safely and efficiently

• Communicate by phone frequently throughout the work day

• Follow direction(s) specifically delivered from crew leader

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or its equivalent

• Combination of technical training and/or experience

• 1 year of relevant experience

• Previous experience in a construction environment preferred

• Must be able to meet physical requirement of the position

• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Must be able to pass drug, background, DOT & MVR screenings

(This is not a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties as indicated by the supervisor/manager may also apply