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Lineman 2nd Class - Non-union

Brand: Utility Lines Construction Services

Location: Rosedale, MD, United States

Date Posted: Nov 22, 2024

Requisition Number:

Description

Fiber Optic Underground Linesperson

This position is responsible for safely operating a bucket truck while rodding existing ducts to pull fiber optics from the transformer or pole to the meter on the house/business.

Pay : Competitive/Hourly (more detail during your interview process)

Benefits :

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short/Long Term Disability

• Matching 401(k) Plan

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

• FR Clothing Provided

• Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Install fiber optics through the existing duct

• Install overhead fiber optics

• Duct rod existing primary cable

• Install pull string

• Assists crew with proper cable sagging techniques.

• Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment.

• Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Any other duties related to relocating overhead telecommunications.

• Perform work or operate vehicle/equipment only where training and qualification have been provided.

• Communicate all safety concerns, incidents, and near misses to the Foreperson

• Ability to problem solve with unidentified circumstances on any job.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Weather permitting, this is a 40-hour-per-week job.

• Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc. Subject to call-out work).

• Knowledge of: heavy equipment, proper sagging techniques, working around energized high voltage systems and parts, installing and removing over-head telecommunications, grounding procedures, rigging, hand lines, lineman knot tying, making and using a hand line, and minimum approach distance.

• Understanding of Kellum grips.

• Ability to:

• Safely drive an approved company vehicle.

• Identify electrical sources.

• Identify different materials used in telecommunications linework.

• Problem solve with unidentified circumstances on any job;

• climb different structures and possess the tools to do the climb;

• identify, operate and service all required tools and equipment. (i.e., bucket truck, digger derrick truck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel)

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• A valid commercial driver's license (CDL) is required.

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work.

Physical Requirements:

• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling

• FREQUENT (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs

• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066 . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that provides a foundation of support for the health, safety, and security of you and your family. We are proud to extend a broad selection of benefits to meet your needs—and medical, dental, and vision benefits start on the first day of employment.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.

• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.