Aerial Construction Specialist

About the role

Mediacom Communications is a coast-to-coast provider with operations in 22 states, serving over 1.55 million customers. The company offers faster, more reliable internet service, expanded digital and HD TV choices, and superior home security and phone service. Mediacom Communications is seeking talented professionals to join its growing team.

Responsibilities

• Aid Aerial Linemen by preparing materials, tools, and equipment for overhead line work.
• Act as a spotter for Aerial Linemen to ensure safety.
• Support by pulling and feeding cables, attaching hardware, and securing work areas.
• Assist with traffic control and safety flagging as needed.
• Climb utility poles using gaffs to place cables according to system design and specifications.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Maintain and handle all tools, equipment, and assets safely and responsibly.
• Comply with all safety requirements.
• Work within various weather conditions within safety constraints.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, trade school training preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license; satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to pass a DOT Physical.
• General level of mechanical device knowledge to include hand tools and basic equipment operation.
• 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.

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.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 an hour. When making a job offer, we consider several factors in our determination, such as years of related work experience; relevant skills and qualifications; education level; and certifications/licenses.

Schedule

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed on an emergency basis.