Aerial Lineman

Job Description: Aerial Lineman

Company: Blue Jay Communications - Under New Ownership

Location: Varies, Project Driven – Travel Required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Type: $26-$32/hour

About Blue Jay Communications:

Blue Jay Communications is part of the STG Family of Companies. Guided by our purpose, Building to Improve Lives, we provide telecommunications infrastructure solutions including fiber, underground, aerial, and engineering services.

Job Summary:

As an Aerial Lineman, you will support aerial telecommunications construction projects by performing pole transfers, strand placement, fiber installation, and related infrastructure work while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform simple and complex pole transfers (Make Ready).
• Place strand, including guys, bonds, and grounds.
• Jig fiber/coax and lash or overlash fiber/coax over existing infrastructure.
• Identify and install correct fiber storage loops.
• Perform traffic control and maintain safe work zones.
• Reconcile issued parts and materials daily.
• Document and validate as-builts for new builds and plant modifications.
• Complete daily work orders and crew checks.
• Read and understand schematics and construction prints.
• Work assigned shifts, including overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• Pole climbing experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to climb, bend, crawl, lift, and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off plus paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance