What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Lineman 1 position at Armstrong Utilities, Inc.?
Shift: 4x10 hr shifts, M-Th (75% overnight travel required) This is an entry level position where the successful candidate must have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The candidate will work with the crew on the construction of both aerial and buried coax, copper, and fiber optic cables, according to company construction practices and procedures.
What's in it for you:
- Free/discounted services (including free cable and internet if in an Armstrong service area)
- Attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, and more, effective immediately upon hire
- 25 days of paid time off
- Opportunity to obtain a Class A CDL and other career development
Responsibilities:
- Competent pole and ladder climbing skills
- Works aloft utilizing climbing gaffs, ladders, and mechanical lifts
- Operates company vehicles and equipment including bucket trucks, fork lifts, backhoes/trenchers, and other machines
- Works outdoors in the elements
- Reads network design prints
- Accurately maintains daily log sheet and inventory paperwork
- Knowledge of NESC construction guidelines and Armstrong construction practices
- Follows all Armstrong safety policies
- Maintains vehicles and machines to Armstrong standards
- Other assigned tasks
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Must possess a positive attitude, a strong work-ethic, and a desire to learn
- DOT medical card
- Frequent, overnight travel required
- Physical capabilities including climbing, lifting, and carrying a minimum of 75 lbs.
- Must maintain physical fitness to meet weight limit requirements for ladders and lifts and be able to meet the demands of a labor-intensive job
- Must be able to take direction verbally and written and be able to work rapidly under time pressure
- Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and ethical decisions
- Available to work after business hours as required, i.e. storm damage
- Regular, punctual, and consistent attendance
- Can be obtained after hire: Commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements, fork lift certification, flagging certification, and pole climbing certification
For immediate consideration, all qualified candidates should apply now! Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Who We Are
The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.
Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
