--- title: 'Lineman-New Gloucester, ME at GoNetspeed' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/lineman-new-gloucester-me-gonetspeed-new-gloucester-vb1r6txh5dzs' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-07' --- # Lineman-New Gloucester, ME at GoNetspeed - **Company:** GoNetspeed - **Location:** New Gloucester, ME - **Compensation:** $22–$30/hr - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-01-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/gonetspeed/91865bf2-38f9-40e3-8230-11fb78b38d19 ## Job description Here at GoNetspeed, we believe in the power of connectivity. We believe that life doesn’t wait for us to catch up. We believe that providing the fastest and most reliable Internet to the communities we serve means committing to the present and building for the future. And we believe that our amazing team of employees are the key to our future and vision of connecting communities for today and for whatever comes next. If this excites you, come and join our team. Please note: the successful candidate must be able to commute daily to New Gloucester, ME GoNetspeed is a growing leader in the fiber optic, telecommunication industry. We are dedicated to our customers, values it’s employees and offers competitive pay and benefits for the right candidate. The services we provide range from Aerial/Underground construction to fiber optic splicing. We are currently seeking skilled and motivated individuals for full time employment as a Lineman in our Underground/Aerial Construction Division. The candidate should be mechanically inclined with strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: Ability to utilize ladders, crawl spaces, manholes, and trenches to access various installations and construction points as required. Safely operate a bucket truck, climb poles and utilize standard tools of the trade. This position requires out of town traveling during the week Flexibility to work across all division (underground/aerial) Work outside in varying conditions. Work mandatory overtime as required. Qualifications: Experienced ground hand preferred Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED. Completion of an apprenticeship program in the lineman trade or willingness to learn if no prior experience. Possess a valid Driver's license and a clean driving record. Commercial Driver's license is a plus. Proficient in new build, fiber installation, and pole transfers. Knowledge in building strand, lashing, pole transfers, grounding as well as building and repairing aerial telecommunication lines. Ability to lift up to 50-75 lbs. Ability to climb poles and work aloft up to 30' Pass a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screening. GoNetspeed is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender identity, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or disability. ## About GoNetspeed ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: GoNetspeed is a high-speed fiber internet service provider delivering symmetrical speeds up to 6 Gig to homes and businesses across the East Coast. - **Entity Type**: Private (backed by Oak Hill Capital; multiple funding rounds including debt and grants) - **Headquarters**: Rochester, New York, United States - **Founded**: 2021 (formed through the merger of five companies: OTELCO, OTTC, Lantek, GoNetspeed, and Icon) - **Founders**: Not individually named; the company was created by combining legacy telecom operators ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Telecommunications / Fiber Internet Services - **Target customers**: B2C (residential) and B2B (small to medium businesses), with a focus on communities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic - **Mission or purpose**: “Connecting communities for today and for whatever comes next” – providing the fastest and most reliable internet with transparent, no-contract service ## Products & Services - **Fiber Internet (Residential)**: Symmetrical download/upload speeds up to 6 Gbps; no data caps, no contracts, free installation and Wi-Fi router. Plans include 500 Mbps, 1 Gig, and 6 Gig. - **Fiber Internet (Business)**: All-in-one Whole Home Wi-Fi solutions with dedicated support and reliable connectivity for business operations. - **Voice Services**: Bundled voice offerings (mentioned on website as part of their legacy DSL support, but fiber plans focus on internet). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric – Total Funding**: $121.5 million (as of mid-2025), including: - Debt Financing (July 2025): $110M - Grant from Rhode Island Commerce Corporation (May 2025): $9M - Grant from Maine Connectivity Authority (April 2023): $2.5M - Non-Equity Assistance (2021): led by Oak Hill Capital Partners - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Oak Hill Capital Partners (lead investor), Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, Maine Connectivity Authority - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of 266 employees (+10.8% YoY) - Rapid expansion of fiber network along the East Coast - 58 active job postings (as of late 2026) - Monthly job posting growth of +107.1% ## Competitive Advantages - **100% fiber optic network** – unaffected by moisture, temperature, or distance, offering superior reliability over cable or DSL. - **Symmetrical speeds** – equal upload and download (up to 6 Gbps), ideal for remote work, gaming, and content creation. - **No contracts or data caps** – differentiates from many incumbent ISPs. - **Local, U.S.-based support** – customer service team that explains technical issues in plain English. ## Strategic Focus - **Expanding the fiber footprint** across the East Coast, entering new communities and states. - **Building for the future** – investing in infrastructure to support next-generation speeds and capacity. - **Maintaining a customer-first approach** with transparent pricing and no bundling requirements. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “tight-knit, family-oriented” with a strong sense of community. Employees often stay because of the supportive environment. - **Work model**: Primarily on-site for field roles (linemen, splicers, installers) and hybrid for some corporate positions (e.g., Bangor, Maine). - **Benefits**: 401(k) matching, dental, health, life, disability insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, paid time off, employee assistance program, employee discount, and referral program. - **Engineering & field focus**: Roles in OSP engineering, construction, and technical support offer hands-on work building state-of-the-art fiber networks. - **Caution**: GoNetspeed has issued a warning about employment scams using the COO’s name; the company never asks for banking information or equipment purchases during hiring. - **Employee ratings** (on LinkedIn): 3.3/5 overall; culture 2.9/5, career 2.9/5, compensation 3.0/5 – suggests room for improvement in internal growth and culture, though many reviews highlight the supportive team. ## Sources 1. [gonetspeed.com](https://www.gonetspeed.com/) – Homepage and service plans 2. [gonetspeed.com/about](https://www.gonetspeed.com/about/) – Company background and mission 3. [gonetspeed.com/careers](https://www.gonetspeed.com/careers/) – Careers page with benefits and scam warning 4. [jobs.lever.co/gonetspeed](https://jobs.lever.co/gonetspeed) – Current open positions 5. [linkedin.com/company/gonetspeed](https://linkedin.com/company/gonetspeed) – Employee data, funding, reviews, and key executives ## Other roles at GoNetspeed - [Direct Sales Supervisor](https://feeny.ai/job/direct-sales-supervisor-gonetspeed-windsor-1d0y5hty8hm0) — Windsor, Canada - [Supervisor of Field Operations NJ](https://feeny.ai/job/supervisor-of-field-operations-nj-gonetspeed-nj-g6vq25nf4h2z) — , NJ - [Warehouse & Inventory Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/warehouse-inventory-specialist-gonetspeed-berlin-jgkz4mwfz8f0) — Berlin, Germany - [OSP Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/osp-engineer-gonetspeed-haverhill-rvj6hw4msqbm) — Haverhill, MA - [Outside Sales Representative (Door-to-Door)](https://feeny.ai/job/outside-sales-representative-door-to-door-gonetspeed-new-haven-pevrwsdaja39) — New Haven, CT - [Outside Sales Representative (Door-to-Door)](https://feeny.ai/job/outside-sales-representative-door-to-door-gonetspeed-springfield-hh5aa2maj7r9) — Springfield, MA - [Outside Sales Representative (Door-to-Door)](https://feeny.ai/job/outside-sales-representative-door-to-door-gonetspeed-middletown-jd5c3chhqsz3) — Middletown, CT - [Outside Sales Representative (Door-to-Door)](https://feeny.ai/job/outside-sales-representative-door-to-door-gonetspeed-hartford-p2a7vqpmzv4j) — Hartford, CT - [Door-to-Door Fiber Internet Sales Representative](https://feeny.ai/job/door-to-door-fiber-internet-sales-representative-gonetspeed-kittery-drmnw5v31j2x) — Kittery, ME - [Door-to-Door Fiber Internet Sales Representative](https://feeny.ai/job/door-to-door-fiber-internet-sales-representative-gonetspeed-portland-2a9jswcssery) — Portland, ME