Cable Lineman

Carter Brothers Ltd. is a medium sized company located throughout New Brunswick. We are a leading contractor in the communications line construction industry, providing services for a variety of clients. We are currently looking for a motivated cable lineman to join our Saint John team.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Operate vehicle-mounted aerial device (bucket truck).
- Operate cable lashers and other line equipment.
- Load and unload equipment and cable trailers.
- Install Coaxial, copper and fiber cables aerial and underground.
- Reporting back to management on status of work assignments.
- Completing daily paperwork (tailgates, timesheets, chainage sheets, etc.).

**Knowledge and Skills**
- Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Ability to work construction in a physically demanding atmosphere including but not limited to:

- Carry, raise and climb a ladder
- Carry, lift and handle heavy equipment
- Climb and work aloft from wooden utility poles
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience working in physically demanding jobs.
- Must be willing able to work aloft including climbing poles.
- Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license with air brakes.
- Must be willing and able to work in confined spaces.
- Must be able to operate hand and power tools including gas operated drills and chainsaws.
- Must be able to demonstrate effective decision-making skills while under limited supervision.
- Must follow safe work practices and abide by all safety rules and regulations.
- Must be willing to travel as required.
- Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and emergency call outs as required.

**Experience**
- Those with related experience will be considered.
- Technical training or lineman training/certificate considered an asset.

**What Carter Brothers Offers**
- Competitive wages (based on experience and capabilities)
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance.
- Boot allowance, travel allowance, per diems, gloves, PPE

**How to apply**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: One location