Aerial Telecom Lineman

Job DescriptionITG Communications is hiring for Aerial Telecom Lineman in Dandridge, TN.Responsible for performing skilled aerial telecommunications construction and maintenance work for fiber and copper network infrastructure. This role ensures safe and efficient installation of aerial telecom facilities while adhering to company standards, client specifications, and industry safety requirements.The Aerial Telecom Lineman serves as the lead technician on aerial construction sites, directing groundmen and crew members while maintaining responsibility for work quality, productivity, and crew safety.ResponsibilitiesPerform aerial telecommunications construction activities including pole climbing, strand placement, cable placement, and lashing of fiber or copper cables according to project specifications and safety protocols.Lead and direct groundmen and crew members in supporting aerial construction activities.Interpret and follow telecommunications construction plans, design maps, and fiber route documentation.Install aerial telecommunications infrastructure including messenger strand, fiber optic cable, copper cable, anchors, hardware, and related components.Operate bucket trucks, utility vehicles, and specialized aerial construction equipment such as tensioners, cable pullers, and lashers.Ensure installation practices comply with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), company standards, and client specifications for telecommunications infrastructure.Identify and resolve field construction challenges including clearance issues, pole loading concerns, and route adjustments.Perform quality checks on completed aerial construction work to ensure compliance with engineering designs and clientrequirements.Document work progress, material usage, and field conditions for reporting and project tracking.Maintain strict adherence to safety policies including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), fall protection, and work zone safety procedures.Set up and maintain proper traffic control and work zone safety measures in accordance with applicable safety guidelines.Train and mentor groundmen and junior crew members on proper aerial telecom construction techniques and safety procedures.Key Measures / Key Performance IndicatorsSafety compliance and incident ratesQuality of installation as measured by QC inspectionsProductivity and completion ratesEquipment utilization and maintenance metricsAdherence to specifications and design requirementsDocumentation accuracy and completenessFirst Time Right ratesLeadership effectiveness with crew membersAdditional CommentsITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.