Sr. Operator/Lineman

Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (“Shentel”) specializes in providing High-Speed Internet and other telecommunications services to customers in the Mid-Atlantic United States. We focus on rural communities, which are often overlooked by larger companies. The Shentel family of brands includes: Shentel: Provides traditional cable Internet services for small towns and rural communities. Glo Fiber: Delivers fiber-optic Internet for customers in larger cities, as a competitor to incumbent providers. Shentel Business and Glo Fiber Business: Offers small, medium and large-scale telecommunication services for businesses and enterprises in our areas. We live and work in the same places as the customers we serve, and we are proud to support our local communities. For more information, please visit www.shentel.com.

Job Summary

• Work with a small construction team to install, repair, or replace overhead and underground communication lines.
• Knowledge and physical ability to place, construct, maintain, or remove outside plant facilities.
• Implements and carries out instructions from foreperson or supervisor.
• Must be able to work aloft by means of bucket truck, ladders or climbing utility poles.
• Ability to cross-train others on equipment operation, pole climbing, and safety procedures.
• Establishes a safe working area by observing company safety procedures at all times.
• Knowledge of damage prevention and hand dig best practices.
• Operates and assists with the maintenance of construction equipment.
• Ability to read complex work site drawings and assemble materials required to complete work tasks.
• Work overtime, after-hours, weekends, holidays and available for emergency call outs as needed.
• Observes all company safety procedures at all times.
• Inspects work to determine and ensure compliance with prescribed operating and YESYESsafety standards.

Qualification Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma is required for the role.  Associate's/Technical Degree - two years is preferred.

Experience Level:

• 3 years of Construction experience is Required.
• 3 years of Telecommunications experience is Required.

Job Skills & Knowledge:

• The ability to safely work and communicate with construction team members.
• Complete documentation in a timely and professional manner.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Work Zone Traffic Certification.
• Working aloft and confined space training.

Shentel provides a drug-free workplace and is an EEO employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, due to a medical condition or impairment, please contact a HR Representative at 540-984-5241 or employment@emp.shentel.com. When you contact a HR Representative please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting.  We will assist you promptly.