Aerial Construction Specialist

About the role

Mediacom Communications seeks talented professionals to partner in meeting challenges and realizing our vision. We aim to be at the forefront in delivering easy-to-use, high-tech entertainment, communications, and internet products to the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Aid Aerial Linemen by preparing materials, tools, and equipment needed for overhead line work.
• Act as a spotter for Aerial Linemen to ensure safety.
• Provide support by pulling and feeding cables, attaching hardware, and securing work areas.
• Assist with traffic control and safety flagging as needed.
• Climb poles with proper equipment (safety belt, safety strap and climbers), ladders or other structures as needed.
• Lift and carry loads up to 75lbs (including line ladder); Work within limited confines, such as crawl spaces.
• Comply with all safety requirements.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Function in various weather conditions within safety constraints.

Skills

• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read blueprints or schematics a plus!

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 - $25.00 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

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