Job Vacancy Telecommunications Lineman Robinson Brothers Construction
Job title: Telecommunications Lineman
Company: Robinson Brothers Construction
Job description: Telecommunication Linemen, in this role you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. Duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor.
Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.
Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC. is a utility construction company. We install fiber optic cable for some of the top communication companies in NW and the Western regions. We specialize in the installation of fiber optics and renewable energy.
Job Description Overview:
A Successful Telecommunication Lineman candidate must have knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including the placement of poles and anchors, familiarity with a wide range of tools and equipment, ability to read and understand prints/maps, safety rules, and operating instructions.
Services may include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.
Responsibilities:
All phases of telecommunication construction include but are not limited to: Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment.
- 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 derrick, excavators, and more.
- Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
- Flagging traffic when required
- Understanding of separation and clearance regulations
- Ability to safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders.
- Flexibility to work in multiple locations, travel is required.
- CDL not required, but preferred.
Qualifications:
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Possess a valid driver’s license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
- A good driving record is required.
- Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
- Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (Higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
- Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet.
- Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunication industry.
- Able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as; pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction)
- Ability to travel.
Working Conditions:
This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. This position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The outside work environment will vary throughout the day including changes in terrain, traffic, urban settings, and/or rural settings. This position may occasionally be exposed to natural gas and to the risk of electrical shock. Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.
Physical Requirements:
The employee will need to have the ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time), tolerate work in extreme weather conditions, speak and hear worksite safety instructions, withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling. The employee will need to be able to regularly lift 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Benefits Include:
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching.
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Competitive Pay
- Pay is based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee.
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Location: Medford, OR
Job date: Fri, 11 Aug 2023 06:48:40 GMT
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