Lineman (Aerial Fiber & Coax Construction)

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(Aerial and underground Fiber & Coax Construction)

Fiber Optic installers

Copper Technicians

Outside Plant Technicians

New Mexico Boring is a rapidly growing underground utility and telecommunications contractor specializing in fiber optic construction, directional drilling, aerial construction, electrical infrastructure, and utility services throughout New Mexico and West Texas. We pride ourselves on quality workmanship, safety, and delivering projects on schedule for our customers.

As we continue to expand, we are looking for experienced, dependable Linemen who take pride in building the infrastructure that keeps communities connected.

Position Summary

The Lineman (Aerial Construction) is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of aerial fiber optic and coaxial cable systems. This position performs strand installation, lashing, hardware installation, pole transfers, aerial cable placement, and assists with all phases of aerial telecommunications construction while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

This is a full-time field position working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install strand, anchors, guy wire, aerial hardware, and messenger cable.
• Perform lashing and overlashing of fiber optic and coaxial cable.
• Install aerial fiber and coax distribution systems.
• Perform pole transfers and attachment relocations.
• Safely operate bucket trucks and aerial construction equipment.
• Climb utility poles when required.
• Read construction prints and follow project specifications.
• Maintain proper cable clearances in accordance with NESC standards.
• Perform daily inspections of trucks, trailers, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized job sites.
• Identify and report safety concerns immediately.
• Work closely with project supervisors and construction crews.
• Complete work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Follow all company safety policies and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous aerial telecommunications construction experience preferred.
• Experience with fiber optic and/or coaxial cable installation.
• Experience operating bucket trucks.
• Pole climbing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL preferred or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to pass background check, motor vehicle record review, and drug screening.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Safety-focused attitude.

Preferred Experience

• Fiber optic construction
• Coaxial cable systems
• Strand and guy wire installation
• Pole transfers
• Bucket truck operation
• Utility construction
• Directional drilling support
• Traffic control awareness
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification (preferred)

What We're Looking For

We're looking for professionals who:

• Show up every day ready to work.
• Take pride in quality craftsmanship.
• Work safely at all times.
• Are dependable and accountable.
• Work well with others.
• Want long-term employment with opportunities to advance.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Year-round work.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing safety and technical training.
• Company-provided equipment.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Stable, growing company with long-term projects.

Work Environment

• Outdoor construction.
• Travel throughout New Mexico, Texas, and surrounding areas may be required.
• Early morning start times.
• Physically demanding work.
• Work in various weather conditions.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Lineman looking for a company that values hard work, safety, and long-term career growth, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of broadband with New Mexico Boring.

Company Description

We offer a wide spectrum of products and services within our Chaparral companies ranging from Construction cabling and IT services all the way to Internet, Wireless, and Web hosting. Our locations have given us the opportunity to expand our product and service offerings in many technology areas and for many types of customers including government, military, fortune 500, not-for-profit, education and the public consumer.

Company DescriptionWe offer a wide spectrum of products and services within our Chaparral companies ranging from Construction cabling and IT services all the way to Internet, Wireless, and Web hosting. Our locations have given us the opportunity to expand our product and service offerings in many technology areas and for many types of customers including government, military, fortune 500, not-for-profit, education and the public consumer.