Laborer Telecom Aerial

Successful Telecom Laborer Aerial 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.

Pay: $19 – $27 / hour 

Position is based out of Rathdrum ID but may also travel to projects in Washington and Oregon.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Ability to travel when travel is required.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check, motor vehicle check, drug test, and DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
• A valid, unrestricted driver’s license (Commercial driver’s license preferred but not required)
• Knowledge of established aerial cable installation 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 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Ability to set up & maintain safe work areas
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Splicing of active & passive equipment would be a plus
• Class A CDL 

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty
• Paid Holidays & Vacation (PTO)

We are a company striving in our vision of connecting the Pacific Northwest. Our culture is formed by our employees’ values. These principles act as our compass and guide how we interact with our team members, our customers, and the communities in which we operate.

Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect. We value different viewpoints and knowledge, and experiences.

It is of utmost importance to keep our and others’ safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards.

We provide opportunities for our employees to grow and progress the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company.

Join us in connecting the Pacific Northwest!

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)

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