Lineman - Telecom
Taylor's Construction, LLC11 months ago
Roanoke, VA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Taylor’s Construction, Inc. has over 18 years of expertise at the forefront of the communications and construction industries,
building networks that fuel communities and drive innovation. We excel in aerial and underground network deployment,
high speed-fiber optic installations, and meticulous project management. We are seeking motivated and safety-conscious Telecom Linemen
to join our expanding telecommunications infrastructure crews. In this role, you will work hands-on with aerial fiber and copper cable installation,
lashing, and ensuring compliance with safety and customer standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Install aerial telecommunications infrastructure including strand, fiber optic cable, coaxial cable, and associated hardware.
- Perform lashing and over-lashing of fiber and copper cable on aerial plant.
- Read and interpret utility locates, construction prints, and permit documents.
- Set up safe work zones with appropriate signage, traffic, and pedestrian control.
- Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
- Conduct daily vehicle, trailer, and equipment inspections and perform minor maintenance.
- Transport materials, tools, and equipment to and from the job site safely.
- Identify and address clearance issues before installation to maintain system integrity.
- Participate in required safety briefings and job hazard analysis meetings.
- Maintain a clean and organized job site, including proper vehicle and tool cleanliness.
- Remain available for occasional overtime, night work, weekends, or 24-hour on-call rotation as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience in telecom construction or lineman work.
- Basic knowledge of electricity, cabling, rigging, and safe climbing practices.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work at heights, and perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Valid Class A CDL or ability to obtain one.
- Current DOT medical card or ability to pass DOT physical.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with state/local clearance and right-of-way codes, preferred.
- Prior experience with strand mapping, splicing prep, or small cell deployment, preferred.
Benefits & Perks
- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
- Fully comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision
- Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
- Short term and long term benefits
- Employee discounts on consumer goods
Required Skills
Setting up safe work zones
Equipment inspections and maintenance
Physical stamina and safe climbing practices
Aerial fiber and copper cable installation
Cable lashing and over-lashing
Telecom safety standards
Reading construction prints and utility locates