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** Aerial Crew Laborer - Indianapolis, IN - $2500 Hiring Bonus Eligible**
**Job Category****:** Laborer **Requisition Number****:** AERIA055565 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**Company:**
TCS Communications, LLC ("TCS") provides specialty-contracting services ranging from full service turnkey project management to specialized applications meeting telecommunications industry needs, Services include placing poles, anchors and guys, aerial strand and cable, direct buried pipe, trenching cable, conventional and directional boring, placing underground conduit systems, performing inside wring and cabling, and testing and maintenance services.
Headquarter in Englewood, Colorado, TCS was founded in 1978, and services telecommunications and other utility customers in the throughout the United States. TCS has extensive management experience and is ready to provide the quality service that customers expect, as well as expand to meet the needs of utility owners, educational institutions, and governmental communities as they move to build fiber networks, broadband systems and other applications.
**Overview:**
Successful Aerial Laborer performs tasks associated with Aerial CATV Construction, This position will assist the lineman in various aspects of line maintenance, repair and construction. Candidate must be capable of working in all temperatures, climates and weather conditions and be able to pass background and drug screen. *****Candidates with 12 months of verifiable utility construction experience are eligible for $2500 Gross Hiring Bonus, for applications received between 11/11/2021 to 12/31/2021, start work before 2/28/2022.*****
**Responsibilities:**
* Operate construction equipment / utilize standard telecommunications tools.
* Operate hydraulic aerial lifts and ladders mounted to trucks.
* Prepare and assemble various line apparatus required for particular work being performed.
* Read and interpret engineering plans.
* Assist with loading of various materials onto trucks and/or trailers.
* Operate vehicle, following all safety and traffic regulations.
* Operate chain hoists.
* Use equipment to install ground rods and anchors.
* Maintain proper inventory on vehicle based on work assignment.
* Keep work areas clean and organized. Keep detailed record of work activity.
* Any and all other duties assigned by supervisor/foreman.
* Safely use hand tools and equipment such as; wrenches, drills, ladders, lanyards, saws, lashers, climbing hooks, and more.
* Safely operate mechanized equipment such as; bucket trucks, and more.
* Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, and safety barriers.
* Flagging traffic when required.
* Understanding of separation and clearance regulations.
* Ability to safely work aloft using climbing hooks and ladders.
* Flexibility to work in multiple locations.
**Qualifications:**
* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
* Possess a valid drivers license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
* A good driving record is required.
* Ability to endure long periods of standing, sitting, or walking.
* Ability to work in an outdoor environment during all times of the year.
* Ability to work varied schedule (on call, evening and weekends as needed).
* Ability to read and understand maps, drawings and diagrams for project build process.
* Ability to climb poles, ladders and use bucket trucks as needed.
* Must be able to work at heights of 20+' feet.
* Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
* Work Mandatory overtime as required.
* Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
* A valid, unrestricted drivers license (Commercial drivers license preferred but not required).
* Knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques.
* Ability to set up & maintain safe work areas.
* Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
* Must be willing to train
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Prior experience working in an outside plant/construction environment.
* Previous construction experience, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
**Physical Requirements:**
* Prior experience working in an outside plant/construction environment.
* Must be able to perform the above at least 8 hours per day 5 days per week. May be required to work over-time; after hours; on weekend, for emergencies or on-call.
* Duties outlined in this position will require the employee to stand, crouch, sit, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. As well as reaching, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping while on shift.
* Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, safety vest and hardhat.
* Ability to work in adverse weather such as wind, rain, snow, sleet and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads. Icy, and fog.
* Able to lift/carry 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. as needed with or without assistance.
**Safety Requirements:**
* Follow all safety rules at all times.
* Shall not engage in unsafe acts.
* Expected to attend and participate in all safety meetings and training.
* Use all prescribed safety equipment that is required to safety to do the job at hand.
* Shall report unsafe acts or conditions to his immediate Supervisor or Safety Superior.
* Shall report any and all injuries, accidents, and/or incidents immediate Supervisor.
* Shall be a safe worker on and off the job**.**
**Benefits Include:**
* Competitive Pay
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
* Retirement Saving Plan (401K) with company matching
* Stock Purchase Plan
* Short & Long Term Disability
* Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
* Paid Holidays and Vacations (PTO)
* Tuition Reimbursement
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Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.
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Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (
The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.
**Skills**
**Required**
**Construction** *Intermediate* **Problem Solving** *Intermediate* **Telecommunications** *Intermediate* **Dedicated****:** Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity **Flexibility****:** Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals **Job Security****:** Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe **Education**
**Prefer