Aerial Lineperson

4 weeks ago


Lexington KY USA, United States Ledcor Group Full time

About the Role

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Ledcor Technical Services, a leading provider of telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair. As a Lineperson, you will be responsible for executing work, ensuring safety, and collaborating with your team to meet project goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate bucket trucks and/or other types of lifts to access and install fiber optic cables.
  • Setup and operate cable placing equipment, such as Larson reels, fiber blowers, cable tuggers, cable rollers, and single or double lashing tools.
  • Install strand and applicable hardware to ensure secure and reliable connections.
  • Place fiber optic, coax cables, and traceable wires to meet engineering specifications and industry standards.
  • Track and communicate daily production and materials to ensure efficient project execution.

Requirements

  • One to four years of experience on a Fiber installation crew.
  • Ability to climb utility poles using climbing spikes and rigging, and experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck.
  • Proficient in new build and pole transfers; knowledge in building strand, lashing, pole transfers & grounding.
  • Must have and maintain a valid state driver's license, appropriate to the requirements of the vehicle being driven, and a clear driver's abstract.
  • Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements and background check.

Work Conditions

  • Able to travel to West Virginia for training for at least 3 weeks, then transfer to future work in Indiana.
  • Able to meet the physical requirements of the position, which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.).

About Ledcor

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Benefits include health, dental, vision plans, life and disability coverages, comprehensive retirement plans, family support benefits, mental health and wellness resources, and more.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.