Highlights
The Aerial Lineman is a member of a construction team that is responsible for placing aerial strand and fiber as well as placing hardware and terminals on poles. Working off of ladders and in bucket trucks, pulling lasher and throwing rope over limbs to pull fiber.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Coppell, TX |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
Description
Job Description
The Aerial Lineman is a member of a construction team that is responsible for placing aerial strand and fiber as well as placing hardware and terminals on poles.
Reports to: Construction Foreman
Essential Functions:
Aerial – placement of strand and fiber. Working off of ladders and in bucket trucks, pulling lasher and throwing rope over limbs to pull fiber. Minor tree trimming. Install equipment to dress pole to customer specifications using assorted small hand and power tools. Use equipment to install anchors into the ground. Read blueprints to interpret daily work assignments. Must be able to follow field safety guidelines.
Job Requirements:
- Self-motivated with ability to following oral and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and cooperatively with coworkers
- Be at least 18 years old
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Ability of operate a bucket truck safely.
- Aerial construction experience a plus
*Compensation is based on experience.
About Company
GW Communications is a communications services company that was established in 2005. In its early days, GW’s primary focus was engineering and design of FTTx network deployments for large telecommunications providers. Over time, GW has grown its suite of services to include: Network Design and Engineering, Network Construction and Management, Network Planning and strategic GIS analysis, Network Equipment Installation, Configuration, and Testing, Network Equipment Site Civil Works including site acquisition, preparation, and construction, Site Maintenance and Management, Site Maintenance and Management consulting services, Staff Augmentation, and Data Center building inter-connects.