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Paramount Communications, Inc

Lineman

Richland, WA · On-site

$40.28 - $42/hr

Lineman (Fiber) - Full-Time | $40.28-42.00/hr DOE (Depending on Experience) Paramount Communications, Inc. is hiring skilled Lineman to build and maintain fiber infrastructure. These are full-time ...

Paramount Communications

Lineman

Richland, WA · On-site

$40.28 - $42/hr

Lineman (Fiber) - Full-Time | $40.28-42.00/hr DOE (Depending on Experience) Paramount Communications, Inc. is hiring skilled Lineman to build and maintain fiber infrastructure. These are full-time ...

Mountainside Power

Journeyman Lineman

Falcon, CO · On-site

Join Our Team as a Journeyman Lineman! Mountainside Power, located in Falcon, CO, is looking for a ... Excellent communication and teamwork abilities About Mountainside Power: Mountainside Power is a ...

SPARKLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS LLC

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Fiber Lineman

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

The Fiber Lineman helps lead crews in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and ... Strong teamwork and communication skills. * Problem-solving ability under field conditions.

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How much do communication lineman jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for communication lineman in the United States is $41.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $53.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a communication lineman?

Communication linemen are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, and repair the cables and equipment used for telecommunications, such as telephone, internet, and television lines. They work on overhead and underground lines to ensure the reliable transmission of data and voice signals. Their duties often involve climbing poles, working with specialized equipment, and troubleshooting network issues in various weather conditions. Communication linemen play a critical role in keeping communities connected and ensuring communication systems function efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communication lineman?

To excel as a Communication Lineman, you need expertise in installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications lines, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an apprenticeship or technical training. Familiarity with fiber optic splicing tools, climbing equipment, safety gear, and industry standards like OSHA regulations is crucial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in teams and at heights set top performers apart. These skills ensure reliable network infrastructure, safety, and efficient project completion in a physically demanding environment.

What are some common challenges communication linemen face when working on-site, and how are they addressed?

Communication Linemen often work in diverse environments, from urban streets to remote rural areas, which can present challenges such as inclement weather, difficult terrain, and working at heights. Safety is a top priority, so linemen receive ongoing training and use specialized equipment to mitigate risks. Team coordination is essential, as tasks like installing or repairing cables often require clear communication and cooperation with crew members and supervisors. Additionally, linemen must adapt to rapidly changing technology in communication systems, which requires continuous learning and skills development.

What is the difference between Communication Lineman vs Electrician?

AspectCommunication LinemanElectrician
CredentialsClimbing certifications, OSHA safety trainingElectrical licensing, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentUtility poles, underground cables, outdoor settingsResidential, commercial, industrial buildings
Industry UsageTelecommunications, cable companies, internet providersElectrical systems, power distribution

Communication Linemen primarily work on installing and maintaining telecommunication and cable systems, often outdoors on utility poles. Electricians focus on electrical wiring and systems within buildings. Both roles require safety certifications and involve working with electrical components, but their work environments and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Communication Lineman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,590 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

Senior Communications Lineman - Fiber Optics - Grantsville, MD

Pillar Innovations

Grantsville, MD • On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Pillar Innovations rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

224th of 449 rated engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced fiber optics professional looking for the next step in your career? As a Senior Aerial Construction Technician – Fiber Optics, you’ll take on a leadership role in the field, overseeing and performing complex installations, maintenance, and repairs of overhead fiber lines. This hands-on position involves stringing and maintaining fiber optic cables, including pulling, tensioning, stranding, and spacing lines, as well as executing pole transfers, strand building, lashing, make-readies, and equipment mounting. Working within both communication and power spaces, you’ll use your expertise to troubleshoot issues, enhance operational efficiency, and guide team members in completing critical projects. If you're comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces and are ready to take on a role with greater responsibility, this is your opportunity to lead, grow, and make a lasting impact in the fiber optics industry!


Responsibilities

  • Safely perform work in communication and energized spaces
  • Inspect, mobilize, and operate a bucket truck from the cab
  • Record and report the sequential foot marks by the operator or groundman
  • Responsible for framing poles
  • Pull cable, strand, fiber, and lash, for extended periods of time
  • Provide framing and attachment hardware for operator, jack down guys, pull lasher
  • Monitor basic gauges to determine tension and pressure on the cable lines
  • Monitor cable during installs for appropriate tension during critical turning points and transitions
  • Identify the location of and direct the navigation of the crew into Energized Spaces
  • Read, interpret, and modify design packages
  • Oversee 3rd party optical ground wire (OPGW) installation
  • Lead, mentor, and train field personnel

Working Conditions

  • Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
  • Climb poles; carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 65 pounds, as well as work with confidence on ladders and utility poles at heights of up to 60 feet in the air to perform tasks in communications spaces
  • Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
  • Able to walk long distances
  • Able to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred
  • Mastery of Aerial Construction Technician II Job Duties
    • Participate in work requiring pole climbing
    • Recognize general safety hazards and electrical-specific hazards such as missing and or degraded parts and hardware
    • Identify the location of and direct the navigation of the crew into Energized Spaces
    • Monitor and maintain min/max truck stock materials
    • Perform minor field repairs on equipment (i.e., reel trailer, bucket and placer truck, and winder trailer)
    • Provide leadership and successfully complete leadership tasks assigned in the field
    • Responsible for leading projects or crews
    • Read and interpret design packages
    • Responsible for completing time and material (T&M) documentation
    • Provide guidance in the proper use and wearing of job-specific PPE
    • Assist with 3rd party optical ground wire (OPGW) installation oversight
    • Lead and mentor less experienced coworkers
    • Lead team members as required in the absence of a Sr. Technician or Manager
  • Valid Driver’s License is required
  • CDL A/B preferred
  • Proficient with the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, man lift, cable puller, and reel stands
  • Experience operating small equipment experience (i.e., forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)
  • Flagger Certification required
  • Must be comfortable working at elevated heights and confined spaces
  • Ability to climb poles up to 40’ using standard safety protocols
  • Qualify as an Electrically Qualified Communication Lineman

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