Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and strap securely to utility poles using proper hardware * Perform pole transfers (moving cabling from old poles to new ones) * Read and follow engineered prints for ...
Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and strap securely to utility poles using proper hardware * Perform pole transfers (moving cabling from old poles to new ones) * Read and follow engineered prints for ...
Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and strap securely to utility poles using proper hardware * Perform pole transfers (moving cabling from old poles to new ones) * Read and follow engineered prints for ...
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Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and strap securely to utility poles using proper hardware * Perform pole transfers (moving cabling from old poles to new ones) * Read and follow engineered prints for ...
Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
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Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Aerial Cable Installer - Lineman Fiber & Coax
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
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Aerial Cable Installer - Lineman Fiber & Coax
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Lash cabling to guy wire and secure to poles using proper hardware. * Transfer cable from old to new poles as needed. * Read and interpret engineered overhead fiber prints. * Operate a bucket truck ...
Securely strap and lash cables to guy wires and utility poles using appropriate hardware * Safely transfer cables from old poles to newly installed poles * Read and interpret engineered overhead ...
Securely strap and lash cables to guy wires and utility poles using appropriate hardware * Safely transfer cables from old poles to newly installed poles * Read and interpret engineered overhead ...
Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Anniston, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Securely strap and lash cables to guy wires and utility poles using appropriate hardware * Safely transfer cables from old poles to newly installed poles * Read and interpret engineered overhead ...
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Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Anniston, AL · On-site
$25 - $43/hr
Securely strap and lash cables to guy wires and utility poles using appropriate hardware * Safely transfer cables from old poles to newly installed poles * Read and interpret engineered overhead ...
Antenna Inspector-Rigger
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.25 - $28.75/hr
... guy wire anchors, offload tools and equipment and supplies and install antenna components or perform retrofits or repairs. 4. Install connectors on coaxial cables and connect such cables to antennas ...
Antenna Inspector-Rigger
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.25 - $28.75/hr
... guy wire anchors, offload tools and equipment and supplies and install antenna components or perform retrofits or repairs. 4. Install connectors on coaxial cables and connect such cables to antennas ...
CUI-AERIAL LINEMAN
Nashville, TN · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Perform strand placement, lashing, over-lashing, cable placement, and cable transfers. * Install and replace poles, anchors, guy wires, and related aerial hardware as required. * Read and interpret ...
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CUI-AERIAL LINEMAN
Nashville, TN · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Perform strand placement, lashing, over-lashing, cable placement, and cable transfers. * Install and replace poles, anchors, guy wires, and related aerial hardware as required. * Read and interpret ...
C Traffic Signal Technician I C818
Stamford, CT · On-site
$72K - $86K/yr
... guy wires, assemble traffic signal heads; wire signal heads; wire detectors; install conduit, cable closures, and maintain records of repairs and timing changes. Install controller cabinets and wire ...
C Traffic Signal Technician I C818
Stamford, CT · On-site
$72K - $86K/yr
... guy wires, assemble traffic signal heads; wire signal heads; wire detectors; install conduit, cable closures, and maintain records of repairs and timing changes. Install controller cabinets and wire ...
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Clarksburg, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Clarksburg, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Fairmont, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Fairmont, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Huntington, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Huntington, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Hundred, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
Lineman - Telecom
Hundred, WV · On-site
Attach and secure hardware (e.g., terminals, closures, guy wire, anchors) to poles, cables, and structures. * Ensure compliance with customer specifications, local codes, and safety regulations.
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$25 - $43/hr
Full-time
Posted 10 days ago
Job description
Aerial Cable Installer - Fiber & Coax
Location: Gadsden, AL
Pay Range: $25-$43/hr (based on experience & skills assessment)
United Trades of America is seeking an experienced Aerial Cable Installer to join our growing team. This position requires a strong background in aerial coaxial and fiber optic installations, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely at heights. If you're a seasoned professional looking for stable, high-quality work with a company that values skill and dedication, we want to hear from you.
Job Responsibilities
Install coaxial and fiber optic cable aerially from pole to pole
Lash cabling to guy wire and strap securely to utility poles using proper hardware
Perform pole transfers (moving cabling from old poles to new ones)
Read and follow engineered prints for overhead fiber layout and routing
Operate a bucket truck at working heights up to 30 feet
Work safely and efficiently in various outdoor environments
Meet at the Gadsden, AL shop daily; commute to job sites in company vehicle
Requirements
Minimum 6 years of verifiable aerial cable installation experience (10+ preferred)
Must provide your own basic aerial tools
Ability to pass a hands-on practical test (covering components, hardware, bucket truck use)
Clean driving record (required to be eligible for company-sponsored CDL, if needed)
Must pass drug screening and background check
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of aerial installation experience with solid references
CDL license (preferred but not required)
Compensation
Hourly rate $25-$43, determined by experience and knowledge assessment
Paid weekly
How to Apply
Online: Visit www.unitedtradesamerica.com
Email: Send your resume to nicki@unitedtradesamerica.com
Text: Text "Cable Installer" and your name to Nicki at 936-276-9028