Lineman jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Company Information :

Armstrong Utilities connected our first cable television customers in 1963, in Butler, Pennsylvania. Since that time, we have continued to keep pace with the technological advancements of this ever-changing industry.

Our first customers received nine channels. Today, Armstrong offers consumers hundreds of viewing options, High Speed Internet service, telephone service and a variety of business products, all over our state-of-the-art broadband network.

Throughout our more than fifty years in cable television, Armstrong has been a leader in innovation. Using fiber optics and advanced technology, our networks are designed to provide leading-edge services and high reliability.

Armstrong has always relied on the great people who work for us. Nationally recognized for customer service excellence, their dedication to the customer has kept us a leader in the industry.

Position Summary :

Construction, maintenance, and transferring of aerial and underground HFC, FTTH, and telephone plant

Responsibilities :

• Competent pole and ladder climbing skills
• Works aloft utilizing climbing gaffs, ladders, and mechanical lifts
• Works outdoors in the elements
• Reads network design prints
• Accurately maintains daily log sheet and inventory paperwork
• Knowledge of NESC construction guidelines and Armstrong construction practices
• Follows all Armstrong safety policies
• Maintains vehicles and machines to Armstrong standards
• Other assigned tasks

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must possess a positive attitude, a strong work-ethic, and a desire to learn
• Must be able to travel
• 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
• Commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements, fork lift certification, flagging certification, and pole climbing certification
• Successful completion of a pre-employment DOT Physical

Compensation and Benefits :

• Competitive hourly wage with free / discounted services
• Attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k and more, effective immediately upon hire
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

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.

Last updated : 2024-04-23