Aerial Lineman Ftth

Job Location:
Whitby - And surroundings
State/Province:
Ontario
Description:
Working under the supervision of the Foreman, the Lineman 2 will assist in the installation of telecommunication cables and apparatuses to support the Expercom Civil Team.
Responsibilities

• Fully trained lineman; proficient in all line vehicles and operation of mini excavator for line functions; trained on customer pin
• Read and interpret work plans or job specifications to execute all work assigned safely and in accordance to Telecon’s Health and Safety policy
• Work outdoors in various conditions to place copper or fiber optic telecommunication cables
• Climb poles, ladders and a variety of construction equipment to assist in the installation of telecommunication cables and apparatuses
• String cables between structures, manholes, from poles, towers or tenches and ensure that all are to proper tension
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment
• Accurately record and report project progress to the appropriate supervisory person and communicate any issues or expected delays
• Climb poles and work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet
• Other duties as required
• Qualifications
• High school diploma or relevant experience
• Holds a valid DZ license or higher (required to operate Expercom line vehicles within the G license class and operate a rubber tracked excavator)
• 3 to 5 years’ experience of line experience
• Holds Work at Heights and Confined Space Entry; must be fully certified and have client pins for Work at Heights and Confined Space Entry; must be working towards a license/lineman
• Must have training in climbing course, electrical safety awareness, pole top and bucket rescue
• Able to complete the necessary training for working at heights and confined space, pass the corresponding examinations and receive a client authorization number as required
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Good communication skills with the ability to work independently or in a team
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety and willing to receive applicable Health and Safety training as per legislative and job requirements
• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check and a clean driver’s abstract
• ABOUT TELECON GROUP
• Founded in 1967, Telecon is Canada’s leading telecommunication network infrastructure services provider. The company leverages its national presence, thousands of skilled professionals, client relationships and more than 50-year history to offer industry-leading design, locate, infrastructure and connectivity solutions to telecommunication companies and corporate clients nationwide. Depending on the region and the type of work to be performed, Telecon operates under one of the following brands: Telecon, Telecon Design, AGIR Consultants, Promark-Telecon, Expercom, Chemco-Telecon Infrastructure, Telecon Entreprises, Marcomm, Plexus, Unified Systems Group, SC360, Questzones and TRJ Telecom. For more information on Telecon, visit www.telecon.com.We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Telecon Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $25.90 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• DZ licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bobcaygeon, ON (preferred)

Work Location: On the road