Plant Maintenance Lineman 1

About the role

The successful candidate for the Plant Maintenance Lineman 1 position must show the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The candidate is responsible for 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

• Competitive pay with annual increases
• Benefit eligibility on your first day with low employee premiums that are far better than the industry average
• Free Company services such as Internet, video, and telephone. What's even better is you can enjoy discounted services from our affiliate companies!
• You'll have access to a number of career developmental resources to grow personally and professionally
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• The chance to be part of a Top 10 company and high-energy employee culture

What You'll Be Doing

• Construction, maintenance, and transferring of aerial and underground HFC, FTTH, and telephone plant
• 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 regarding NEC construction guidelines and Armstrong construction practices
• Follows all Armstrong safety policies
• Maintains vehicles and machines to Armstrong standards
• Other assigned tasks

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must possess a positive attitude, a strong work-ethic, and a desire to learn
• 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
• on a rotating basis.