Journeyman Lineman (Fiber Communications)

Journeyman Lineman (Fiber Communications) LeCom Utility Contractors - 2.3 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago

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Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Connects, rearranges, repairs, and maintains outside cable to supply and maintain good service Place aerial/buried telephone cable (copper and fiber) Work efficiently from a bucket truck Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles Performs aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc. Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe and inner duct in various types of conduit systems and open excavations Climb utility poles and/or use aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards, always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to OSHA Restore area to project requirements Understand field prints to determine what work is to be performed as well as point out potential issues before and during work Report project progress to the Foreman and relate the needs for the days to come avoiding delays of work due to lack of materials and equipment Work in, on and around customer's property while following company policies and maintaining the highest level of professionalism towards any customer and their property Directly responsible for all vehicles and equipment in their control

Qualifications/Experience:

Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets Experience in telephone outside plant construction or related experience, which includes experience in the placement of telecommunications cable (copper and fiber) Valid Class A CDL preferred Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications Ability to travel for projects Experience operating heavy equipment Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds