Broadband Specialist III, Construction

Mediacom Communications Corporation; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Paid training

Tools, tablet, and phone

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401K with match

Performance bonus

Education enrichment up to $5,000/year

Uniforms and boots

Wellness program

Job summary

Mediacom Communications Corporation is seeking a Broadband Specialist III, Construction to map aerial, underground, and apartment routes, ensuring compliance with safety and codes. You will coordinate with contractors and in-house crews, read CATV prints, and contribute to project reviews and reporting.

Responsibilities include field engineering for road projects, managing multiple construction activities, and supporting budget forecasting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Broadband Specialist IV or 4+ years’ equivalent cable technician experience.
• SCTE – Understanding Cable Technology
• SCTE – Coax Splicer Specialist
• Knowledge of HFC plant, installs and service calls.

Responsibilities

• Perform mapping of aerial, underground and apartments per safety regulations and codes.
• Walk out of apartment complexes and MDUs.
• Read system prints and understand CATV operation.
• Conduct field engineering activities for road projects and relocations.
• Produce reports on plant facility operation and spend time in weather conditions.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer communication

Microsoft Office

Education

SCTE Cable Technology

SCTE Coax Splicer

HS diploma or GED

Job description

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 missionof 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:

Along with that rewarding feeling, you’ll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find all sorts of advantages to joining the Mediacom team including:

• 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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