Broadband Specialist III, Construction

Position: Broadband Specialist III, Construction

 

Who we are:  

 

Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mission of bridging the digital divide between America’s major cities and America’s smaller regions. The services we offer—faster, more reliable internet service; expanded, free digital and HD TV choices; and superior technology in home security and phone service—are a direct result of our powerful culture of growth and innovation.  
 
As we continue to grow, so do our career opportunities. We aim to be at the forefront in delivering easy-to-use, high-tech entertainment, communications, and internet products to the communities we serve. To achieve this, Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner with us in meeting these challenges and realizing what we can imagine. Take that next step toward your future and join our growing team!  

 

Position Overview:

Perform mapping of aerial, underground and apartments in accordance with safety regulations, Mediacom policies and procedures, good workmanship; utility, federal, state and local codes.

Company Benefits:

Along with that rewarding feeling, you’ll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find all sorts of advantages to joining the Mediacom team including:

• Company provided vehicle and gas card!
• Paid on the job training and opportunity to promote quickly!
• Company provided tools, tablet, and phone!
• Health, vision, and dental insurance!
• Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off!
• 401K with generous company match!
• Pay increases through self-guided training!
• Performance bonus potential!
• Employee discounts on Mediacom services, where available. In areas where Mediacom services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided!
• Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees!
• Company provided uniforms and boots!
• Employee Wellness Program!

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform strand mapping for new build areas.
• Perform walk out of apartment complexes and MDU’s.
• Knowledgeable in general CATV construction practices and able to direct contractors and or in house on work to be performed.
• Able to read system prints and understand the operation of CATV.
• Perform field engineering of road projects and force relocates.
• Participate in meetings with developers and state projects.
• Produce reports as required on the operation of the plant facility.
• Function in various weather conditions within safety constraints.
• Provide input to supervisor on projects.
• Perform quality control inspections, and construction on a regular basis to assure quality and recommend additional training as needed.
• Knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Perform all other duties assigned.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

 

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; satisfactory driving record required.
• Required – Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Broadband Specialist IV system technician or 4+ years’ equivalent cable technician experience.
• Required – SCTE – Understanding Cable Technology
• Required – SCTE – Coax Splicer Specialist
• Knowledge of HFC plant,