Aerial Construction Specialist

About the role

Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner with us in meeting challenges and realizing our vision. This position offers a rewarding career with ongoing training and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Aid Aerial Linemen by preparing materials, tools, and equipment for overhead line work.
• Act as a spotter to ensure safety during aerial lineman operations.
• 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 in 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 $19.00 - $21.00 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 in schedule is expected, with occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed on an emergency basis.