Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Are you passionate about ensuring communities stay connected? We're seeking skilled Linemen to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in powering up opportunities across the US. We will reach out to any qualified applicants when we have openings in your area!Interested in becoming an Aerial Lineman but not sure where to start? At Ervin, we pride ourselves on training our people to be the best professionals they can be. Ervin Cable Construction operates a lineman training school in Sturgis, KY to train those who have aspirations of being a Lineman.What you’ll do…
You will install and repair aerial telecommunications cable
You will safely use hand tools and equipment such as; wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more
You will safely operate mechanized equipment such as; bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavators, and more
You will set up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
You will flag traffic when required
You will understand separation and clearance regulations
You will safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders
You will maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies
Qualifications:
at least 18 years old
authorized to work in the United States for this company
able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
has a valid standard Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License
has previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry
has knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques
able to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet
able to perform all duties in telecommunications construction (such as; pole transfers, maintenance builds, new build, cable installation, over lash, and strand construction)
able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as needed with or without assistance
able to work over-time; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or on-call
able to maintain a safe work environment
able to work in all weather conditions
able to travel when travel is required
has experience splicing of active & passive equipment
What you'll get…
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost
Medical Plans
Including:
Telehealth
Surgery Plus
Mental Health Care
Prescription Plans
PPO and HD options
Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HAS
Education/Tuition Reimbursement
Short and Long Term Disability
Provided Life Insurance and AD&D
401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Discounts
Legal Insurance
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Company vehicle and gas card ( Depending on job function)
Who we are…We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others' safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people.We serve the nation in 46 states and are unparalleled in scope and scale. Our talented workforce of over 2,000 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management.We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us!EEO:Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. ( https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm )The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.
