Pre-Apprentice Lineworker - Traveling (Underground Distribution)

Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Black Hawk, South Dakota, Cable Communication Services is a utility contractor specializing in aerial, underground, and civil construction. We have forged the expertise and capabilities needed to serve the utility industry. We deliver excellence in distribution and transmission power, natural gas, telecommunications, substations, civil construction, and electrician projects.

As we expand and grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals willing to take on our daily challenges. If you are looking for a career in utility construction and electrician industry, apply with us today. All aspects of our industry require teamwork and accountability, with safety as our top priority.

Cable Communication Services

Work will consist of installations, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, and associated materials and equipment within the utility industry. Perform duties necessary to complete assigned task under the direct supervision of Project Supervisor. Employee should keep all materials, tools and equipment in an orderly fashion and maintain a clean work area at all times. Demonstrating safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.

Position requires 100% travel anywhere throughout the MidWest

• Clearly understand and comply with CCS and Federal Job Safety Requirements. (O.S.H.A.)
• Must be able to report to assigned job site location on time as directed.
• Maintain and properly store tools and equipment.
• Proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials.
• Accurately organize materials and tools in order to maintain clean and neat work area.
• Assist in various job duties as directed.
• Properly install assigned work on wood and steel structures.
• Ability to quickly learn functions of the jobs.
• Ability to install switchgear and its terminations.
• Ability to install all sizes of conduit that will ensure timely installations.
• Ability to learn equipment operations (crane, flatbed truck, trailer, forklift, aerial lift)
• Ability to use hand tools. (i.e., pliers, hammer, crescent wrench, side cutters, channel locks, screwdriver).
• Must be able to safely use all power tools, saws, threaders, wire tuggers, hydraulic benders and KO punches.
• Work from all types of aerial lifts and operate lifts as necessary in a safe manner.
• Perform work at various heights upwards to 120 feet from various means (aerial lift or climbing).
• Accurately read labels, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and written instructions.
• Employee must have ability to acquire / maintain personal hand tools and other tools necessary for this position (line-worker belt, hooks, scare strap, tool pouch, nut bag and line-worker high top boots) as directed.
• Valid Driver’s License and have own transportation. (Note Public Transportation does not always serve most sites). Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Other miscellaneous duties, as assigned, to assist with the completion of a task.

• Lineman course graduate or equivalent

• High School graduate or G.E.D. required

• Current active driver’s license
• Class A CDL required

Pre-screen: Upon offer, employees will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check. 

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match (traditional & roth available)
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Additional Voluntary benefits available
• Employee Discounts
• Company paid:
  • Health Plan (HDHP 5,000 -other plan options available for cost)
  • Long Term Disability
  • 1X Base Salary life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Cable Communication Services does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Cable Communication Services participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Cable Communication Services will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Cable Communication Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, status as a covered veteran, or other military status.

Applications for this position will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.