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Lineman (Aerial Fiber)

McCall-Thomas Engineering
Orangeburg, SC Contractor
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

McCall-Thomas Engineering Company is seeking a full-time 1099 contract Lineman (Aerial Fiber) to work in multiple locations (current work is primarily in SC, NC and GA).


About McCall-Thomas Engineering

McCall-Thomas Engineering is a trusted leader in the Electrical and Telecommunications industry, committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions. With expertise in Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electric Utility Services, and Field Operations, we provide comprehensive turn-key projects tailored to meet our clients' needs. McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945.

 

This Aerial Fiber Lineman will work alongside our team of dedicated individuals committed to our mission of providing quality solutions and services to each of our clients. The primary responsibilities for this role will require: 


  • Monitoring quality assurance and ensuring installations meet customer specification and industry standards.
  • Ensuring safety practices are observed by all crews during their work
  • Establishing OSHA and customer safety requirements
  • Stringing new wire or maintaining old wire
  • Climbing power poles, performing work off of hooks
  • Maintaining aerial specs when placing overhead lines
  • Setting up service for customers: installing, connecting, testing, or adjusting equipment
  • Tree Trimming


What Will You Need:

  • Valid CDL-A
  • Knowledge of aerial ADSS fiber installations and experience installing fiber in the power space
  • Lineworker training certification
  • 2 years’ experience in the industry
  • Basic tools required- could be climbing tools (Belt and Gaffs), basic hand tools etc.
  • Able to travel as project locations change
  • Eligibility to work in the US without sponsorship


McCall-Thomas Engineering has contracts with several utilities in neighboring states to provide storm damage assessment support in the event of severe weather. Our Electric division employees are required to be available to travel for our Storm Damage Assessment response team when called, either as a Driver or as an Assessor. Details will be discussed in more detail in an interview.


Pay range will be commensurate with education and experience.


As a 1099 contractor, this position does not have benefits. If the position converts to a regular full-time hire of McCall-Thomas Engineering, benefits will be offered at that time. 

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