Kanaan Communications, LLC · 5 months ago
Mid Step Apprentice Lineman
Hammond, Wisconsin
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expKanaan Communications, LLC (d/b/a Tjader and Highstrom Utility Services) is seeking reliable and driven individuals to join their team as a Mid Step Apprentice Lineman. The role involves assisting in the construction and maintenance of electrical lines and services, primarily for rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities in Wisconsin and Iowa.
ConstructionTechnical SupportTelecommunications
Responsibilities
A minimum of 1 year experience with a line crew in the construction and maintenance of electrical lines
Assist in the construction of new overhead and underground services and service upgrades (single-phase; three-phase; double-circuit, energized or de-energized)
Assist in restoring overhead and underground outages
Assist in maintaining existing overhead and underground line
Frame and set poles and anchors; install guy wire, sag and tie-in conductors
Assist with installation of transformers, switches, voltage regulators, oil circuit-reclosures, capacitors, meters, and other electrical apparatus
Trim trees and cut brush on right-of-way for new construction or existing line
Participate in traffic control (flagging)
Lift, push, pull, hoist and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds
Perform other work related activities as requested
Responsible for following all safety policies and procedures
Must be willing to work overtime as needed
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 1 year experience with a line crew in the construction and maintenance of electrical lines
Must have knowledge of electricity, pole-line materials, the proper and safe use of tools and equipment used in line construction and maintenance, know RUS Construction Specifications, and be familiar with the National Electric Safety Code
Must be proficient in pole-top and bucket rescue procedures
Should possess the ability to climb poles and exercise proper use of hand-tools while working on a pole
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or possess ability to obtain certification within three months of employment
Must have or obtain and maintain a valid Class “A" Driver's License with an air brake endorsement and meet all D.O.T. requirements
Must be able to pass required D.O.T physical examinations and drug testing
This position may be required to drive company vehicles safely and obey all traffic laws
Must become familiar with all company policies and procedures
Preferred
High-school diploma or equivalent preferred
Benefits
Competitive Pay
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
Stock Purchase Plan
Short & Long Term Disability
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)
Company
Kanaan Communications, LLC
Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Megan Goodwin
Human Resources Business Partner
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