Plant Maintenance Lineman 1
Summary
Installs and maintains aerial and buried cable networks (coax, fiber, copper) outdoors, including climbing poles and operating heavy equipment.
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.
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.