Aerial Lineperson

About the Role

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in the state of Montana, with a rotation of 21 days on and 7 days off for out-of-state employees. A live-out allowance will be provided while employed with Ledcor Technical Services.

As an experienced Lineperson, you will be responsible for the daily planning and execution of aerial and underground fiber construction. You will travel throughout Montana, working from bucket trucks to place cable equipment, ensuring fiber cable is properly installed and secured to engineering specifications and industry standards.

You will provide guidance to your team members to achieve construction goals while meeting essential Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate bucket trucks and/or other types of lifts
• 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
• Place fiber optic, coax cables, and traceable wires
• Track and communicate daily production and materials

Requirements

• Active CDL A is preferred
• One year of experience directly related experience working as a Lineperson or equivalent position
• 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 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.)
• This position will require travel throughout the state of Montana as needed - per diem and travel accommodations will be provided