Lineman - Telecom

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LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success.

• Employee‑owned, client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

As a Lineman at LJA Telecom you will be responsible for placing aerial strands, cables, and all associated components with aerial construction. You will be on‑call rotation to assist the team.

• Ability to read cable, phone and fiber prints
• Ability to read prints for accuracy and scope of work
• Follow safety rules and practices (wearing PPE, set‑up work zone, proper cones, spacing and traffic signs, etc.)
• Able to ascend utility poles via aerial bucket truck, climbing gaffs and a safety lineman’s belt safely
• Lineman responsible for all paperwork for jobs completed on a daily basis
• Must comply with OSHA related standards
• Maintain a professional working attitude with managers, co‑workers and customers at all times
• Responsible for maintaining, cleaning, and organizing work area, truck, equipment, tools and office location
• Timely completion of required documentation
• Turn in fuel slips and truck/equipment walkthroughs weekly fully completed
• Maintain a clean workspace and clean shop/yard space
• Possess the physical stamina to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy objects, working in various weather conditions, and performing manual labor
• Handle tools, equipment, and materials safely and efficiently. Maintain and organize tools and equipment in proper working conditions
• Responsible for assuring that all necessary and required paperwork and documentation is properly, correctly, and promptly submitted both for internal company recordkeeping and for documentation required by customers
• Other duties as assigned or requested

• Maintain a valid driver’s license (will be required to drive a company vehicle safely as needed to get to each job site to perform work)
• High school or GED

• The ability to lift 75 lbs.
• The ability to work outdoors in a diverse environment
• Must be able to work from heights from an elevated aerial device (0’ to 80’)
• Must be able to work on feet all day
• Must be able to bend, climb, and squat to perform job duties in the field
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Must have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to safely operate tools and equipment
• Must be able to detect odors and fumes as necessary for safe work performance
• Must be able to walk, stand, and work outdoors for extended periods in various conditions
• Must have adequate hearing and vision to perform duties safely and effectively
• Must be 21 years or older to be considered for this position
• Must be willing and able to travel for project sites and team coordination

• Demonstrate flexibility in working hours and availability, as needed, to accommodate project demands, urgent tasks, and support for team members during peak periods or as the needs of the…