Lineman - Traveling CREW

About Us

Founded in 1964, Robinson Brothers Construction is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America. We are a general contractor dialed into the dynamics of installing infrastructure for the communications, renewable energy, natural gas, and electric utility industries. True to our word and proud of our people, we’re committed to providing superior service to our customers throughout the American West.

Between 2006 and 2016, we grew from 14 employees to a team of over 200. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured to operate in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and California. We’re pleased with our growth – but we’re not stopping here.

RBC serves its clients, invests in its employees, and competes for the future – every day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

TRAVEL POSITION - Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC is seeking skilled linemen to join our traveling crew. Our contracts span the Pacific Northwest and the West Coast, encompassing the western states.

We are looking for talented individuals who are enthusiastic and ready to travel to various job sites.

Telecommunication Lineman, in this role you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. Duties will include general labor duties related to telecommunications construction as directed by the Foreman/Supervisor. Services may 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 wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.

Robinson Brothers Construction, LLC services a majority of the PNW and stretches across the NW with our current and upcoming contracts.

Travel is required for this position.

Job Description Overview:

A Successful Telecommunication Lineman candidate must have knowledge of established aerial cable installation procedures and techniques including the placement of poles and anchors, familiarity with a wide range of tools and equipment, ability to read and understand prints/maps, safety rules, and operating instructions.

Services may 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 wiring, cabling, and testing and maintenance services.

All phases of telecommunication construction include but are not limited to:
Loading, driving, delivery, digging, removal and placement of various types, sizes and weight of construction materials and equipment.

• Install and repair aerial telecommunications cable.
• 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, digger derrick, excavators, and more.
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, 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.
• TRAVEL IS A MUST

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver's license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
• A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License is REQUIRED.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to climb telephone poles and work in a bucket truck and work aloft and climb poles up to 40 feet.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.
• MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previ…