Aerial Lineman

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BROADBAND TELECOM SERVICES, INC.

Broadband Telecom Services is a comprehensive telecommunications construction contracting company.

JOB CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME

LOCATION:

Austin, Texas

PAY RATE:
Hourly, depending on experience (Non-Exempt)

REPORTS TO:

Construction Supervisor

Successful 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.

• Ability to install and repair aerial telecommunications cable, including coax splicing
• 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
• Ability to travel when travel is required.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to pass per-employment background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test
• Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license
• Knowledge of established aerial cable installation & coax splicing procedures and techniques
• Ability 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 50lbs regularly and up to 100lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Ability to set up & maintain safe work areas
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Splicing of active & passive equipment would be a plus

• Vacation, sick, and holiday paid time off
• Bonuses, based on performance
• Health benefits
• 401K retirement plan with company match

Please visit our website at  to apply online and learn more about our company.

Broadband Telecom Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age handicap, disability, marital status, veteran status, reserve or National Guard status, or any other status protected by applicable law.