What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Aerial Lineman position at JKL Associates?
The Aerial Lineman builds and maintains aerial telephone systems which can consist of aerial and underground facilities.
JKL Associates Inc., a Division of PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor who has been providing telecom infrastructure for more than 50 years through its dedicated team members who have integrity and continually strive for excellence. The PUSH, Inc. Corporate Office is located in Rice Lake, Wisconsin.
Physical and Environmental Factors:
- Ability to work outdoors and to work in all types of outdoor weather.
- Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed.
- Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing skilled movement.
- 100% Field.
- Ability to be available for emergency outages.
- Ability to travel away from home when needed.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
- Planning and initiating projects.
- Interaction with customers, utility owners and governmental officials.
- Establishing and conforming to OSHA and customer safety requirements.
- Assist in the construction of new aerial and underground services and service upgrades.
- Training and mentoring of Aerial Groundman.
- Tree trimming or route clearing.
- Use of care of specialized hand tools and required equipment.
- Operating heavy equipment such as Digger and Bucket Truck.
Education and/or Experience:
- Work Experience: A minimum of two years’ experience as an Aerial Groundman, preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Thorough understanding of aerial utility installation, safety regulations and work methods associated with aerial line work.
Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License, Class A CDL required.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
- Demonstrated field experience working with Aerial crews.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of electricity, pole-line materials, the proper and safe use of tools and equipment used in line construction and maintenance, be familiar with the aerial safety codes and practices, and work methods associated with aerial line work.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to maintain required equipment and tools.
- Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Abide all company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, in addition to attending mandatory safety meetings.
Benefits of Joining the PUSH Team:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
- Free Teladoc, No-Cost Care Options
- 401K with Company Match up to 3%
- Competitive pay, weekly checks
- Paid PTO and Holidays
- Bonus Potential
- Training & Advancement Opportunities
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
- In-house CDL Program
- Referral Bonus Program
Push, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOC/M/F/D/V)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
