Aerial Construction Lineman

Mediacom Communications Corporation•Bloomington, IL

6d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Performs aerial construction and coax splicing in accordance with NESC, NEC codes and safety regulations, Mediacom specification, policies and procedures, good workmanship; utility, federal, state and local codes

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
1-3 years’ experience as a CATV Construction lineman or certificate of graduation from certified apprenticeship program.
Valid Driver’s license; satisfactory driving record.
Ability to pass a DOT Physical.
Knowledge of all construction tools and equipment including; bucket trucks, lasher, blocks, pulling grips, stand/cable trailers, cable layers, hoists, bolt cutters, lay-up sticks and hand lines.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed on an emergency basis.
Ability to travel and stay out of town when required.
Ability to interact with customers and co-workers; ability to communicate verbally.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Physical effort represented by frequent handling of heavy objects (approx. 50-100 lbs.) and materials, or heavy hand tools.

Responsibilities

Knowledgeable in general CATV construction practice.
Ability to read system prints and understand the design and operation of CATV.
Build strand, lash cables, set bonds, build risers, set anchors and down guys.
Place and lash coax or fiber.
Placing self-support cable and inner duct.
Ability to drill poles and transfers existing attachments to new poles.
Install all cables in compliance with Mediacom Specification and all applicable codes and or regulations.
Climb utility poles and/or using aerial lift truck to place cables on pole per system design and spec.
Ability to splice active plant with AC, splice and activate new plant, read tombstones and design prints, and use a signal level meter to verify plant is within spec both forward and return.
Perform safety evaluations and testing work for quality
Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
Maintaining and handling all tools, equipment and assets safely and responsibly.
Train new ground hand(s).
Compliant with all safety requirements.
Capable of working in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions.
Knowledge of various computer, tablet and smartphone operations for receiving work electronically.
Knowledge and awareness of safety policies for protecting yourself, your team and the public at all times.
Functions in various weather conditions within safety constraints.
Provide input to supervisor on projects.
Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Perform all other duties assigned

Benefits

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!
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!