Broadband Specialist III, Construction

Mediacom Communications; Albany (GA); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vehicle & gas card

Paid on-the-job training

Tools provided

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid vacation

401K with company match

Performance bonus potential

Education enrichment up to $5,000 per 

Uniforms and boots

Wellness program

Descripción de la vacante

Mediacom Communications is seeking a Broadband Specialist III, Construction to map aerial, underground and apartment builds in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The role requires reading system prints, coordinating with contractors, and overseeing field engineering on road projects and relocations.

The ideal candidate has SCTE certifications, at least 2 years of field experience, a valid driver's license, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required; an Associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Broadband Specialist IV or 4+ years’ cable technician.
• Knowledge of SCTE cable technology standards.
• Knowledge of HFC plant, installs and service calls.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and overtime.

Responsabilidades

• Perform strand mapping for new build areas and document discrepancies.
• Walk out of apartment complexes and MDUs.
• Apply CATV construction practices and communicate work instructions to contractors and crews.
• Refer scope changes and non-routine questions to supervisor or technical resource.
• Able to read system prints and understand CATV operation.
• Perform field engineering activities for road projects and relocations with guidance.
• Attend developer/state meetings to collect field information and report status.
• Produce reports on plant facility operation.
• Work in various weather conditions within safety constraints.
• Provide input to supervisor on projects.
• Perform regular construction and quality-control inspections; document deficiencies.
• Identify and communicate additional training needs.
• Overnight travel may be required.

Conocimientos

SCTE – Understanding Cable Technology

SCTE – Coax Splicer Specialist

Customer communication

Read system prints

HFC plant knowledge

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Herramientas

Bucket trucks

Lasher

Blocks

Pulling grips

Stand/cable trailers

Cable layers

Hoists

Bolt cutters

Lay-up sticks

Hand lines

Descripción del empleo

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

• 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 using established methods and approved plan; document discrepancies for review.
• Perform walk out of apartment complexes and MDU’s.
• Apply general CATV construction practices and communicate approved work instructions to contractors and in-house crews.
• Refer scope changes, conflicting conditions, and non-routine technical questions to the supervisor or designated technical resource.
• Able to read system prints and understand the operation of CATV.
• Perform assigned field engineering activities for road projects and forced relocations within established plans, with guidance on exceptions.
• Participate in developer and state-project meetings to collect field information, communicate assigned project status, and refer commitments or changes for approval.
• 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 regular construction and quality-control inspections, document deficiencies, and report needed corrective work.
• Recommend additional training needs to the supervisor.
• Knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Manage multiple assigned construction activities simultaneously within supervisor-established priorities; report progress, constraints, and schedule risks.
• Perform all other duties assigned.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Occasionally lift, transport, and handle construction materials and network equipment, including nodes, amplifiers, cabinets, power supplies and batteries.
• Assist with forecasting and tracking monthly project budgets for materials and labor.

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, installs and service calls.
• Ability to interact and communicate with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
• 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.

Get to know us

Mediacom Communications is known by our Mediacom brands, including: Xtream TV, Phone and Internet, Xtream Xpert, Xtream Wifi360Pro, Xtream Hotspots, Mediacom Bolt, Mediacom Digital Home, Mediacom Business and OnMedia. When you join Mediacom, you are joining a powerful team of more than 4,000 individuals working together to serve more than 1.55 million customers in 22 states and connecting them to what matters most.

Our Awards

Mediacom is proud to have received the following recognitions: 2025 Best Managed Companies, 2024 Best Managed Companies, 2023 Best Managed Companies, 2022 Best Managed Companies, 2021 Best Managed Companies, 2019 Best Company for Women to Work, 2017 Best Company for People of Color and Women to Work, Content & Connectivity Human Resources (C2HR)’s 2021 Social Impact Award.

Who you are matters here

Mediacom Communications Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment. Mediacom Communications Corporation prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. These protections extend to all employment policies, practices, and actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring; job assignments; performance management; rewards; promotions; training and development; reassignments; discipline; and separations.

Disclaimer

The hourly rate for this position is $16.75 - $24.25. 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.

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