Aerial Lineman Opportunities

1 month ago

Sturgis, Kentucky, United States Ervin Cable Full time
Aerial Lineman Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Lineman to join our dynamic team at Ervin Cable Construction. As an Aerial Lineman, you will play a crucial role in powering up opportunities across the US by installing and repairing aerial telecommunications cable.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable
  • Safely use hand tools and equipment such as wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more
  • Safely operate mechanized equipment such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators, and more
  • Set up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
  • Flag traffic when required
  • Understand separation and clearance regulations
  • Safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
  • Maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures, and policies
Requirements:
  • At least 18 years old
  • Authorized to work in the United States for this company
  • Able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
  • Has a valid standard Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Has previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry
  • Has knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques
  • Able to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet
  • Able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction)
  • Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as needed with or without assistance
  • Able to work over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call
  • Able to maintain a safe work environment
  • Able to work in all weather conditions
  • Able to travel when travel is required
  • Has experience splicing of active & passive equipment
What We Offer:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost
  • Medical Plans
    • Including: Telehealth, Surgery Plus, Mental Health Care, Prescription Plans, PPO and HD options
  • Dental and Vision Plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HAS
  • Education/Tuition Reimbursement
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Provided Life Insurance and AD&D
  • 401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company Discounts
  • Legal Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Company vehicle and gas card (Depending on job function)

We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others' safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people.

We serve the nation in 46 states and are unparalleled in scope and scale. Our talented workforce of over 2,000 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management.

We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.