Aerial Lineman

Socket Fiber has grown from a small Columbia, MO startup to a trusted fiber internet provider, serving residential and business customers across 21+ counties. What started as a local solution to bring internet access to mid-Missouri has evolved into a fiber-to-the-home network reaching more than 90,000 homes with speeds up to 5 GIGs. With our corporate headquarters still in Columbia, MO, we provide customers with a value-driven, customer centric alternative to the incumbent service providers - because people deserve better. Socket is committed to equal opportunity and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, as required by the ADA.

Socket is seeking a skilled Aerial Lineman to join our talented workforce. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of mainline/service fiber lines and systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery to homes and businesses within our rapidly growing fiber network. You will play a key part in expanding and enhancing our infrastructure, contributing to the seamless connectivity of our community.

What We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• 401k matching
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Discounted fiber services

Primary Responsibilities:

• Installing various types of fiber cables and wires
• Regularly operate bucket truck
• Assist with pole transfers and aerial construction
• Making repairs to damaged lines
• Ability to follow all safety protocols
• Communicate with appropriate parties when problems arise
• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 75 lbs
• Ability to maintain a clean driving record and driver’s license
• Regular reliable attendance

Skills:

• Willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Pro-active to customer needs
• Ability to work on a team
• Self-motivated
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills:

• 2 years’ experience or training equivalent
• Construction experience
• Some college preferred
• Flexibility

Ready to grow your career and make a real impact? Apply now and join Socket’s team of dedicated professionals committed to exceptional service and innovation!