Construction Technician

Charter Communications; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Communications in Palmdale is seeking a Construction Technician to build and maintain our network infrastructure outdoors. You will support various construction projects, handle cables, conduits, and equipment, and help ensure reliable connectivity for our customers.

The role requires physical resilience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to climb ladders and poles. You will travel between sites, work with a team, and comply with safety standards while contributing to Spectrum's

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to travel between territories and facilities.
• Licenses and driving record acceptable.
• Familiarity with computer OS and software.
• Ability to climb poles and use ladders.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow safety requirements and standards while supporting various construction projects
• Move, secure, load and unload cable equipment, tools and materials
• Dig and restore holes and trenches, bury conduit and cables to support network construction
• Pull lasher, strand and cable between poles to build aerial network infrastructure
• Perform traffic control and flagging to ensure safe worksites
• Operate and maintain crew vehicles

Skills

Vision

Ladder use

Pole climbing

Site travel

Teamwork

PC skills

Documentation

Licenses

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Do you thrive in hands-on environments and enjoy working outdoors with advanced network technology? As a Construction Technician at Spectrum, you'll play a vital role in building and maintaining our network infrastructure. Your dedication ensures reliable connectivity for communities and strengthens Spectrum's commitment to superior customer service.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Understand and follow safety requirements and standards while supporting various construction projects
• Move, secure, load and unload cable equipment, tools and materials
• Dig and restore holes and trenches, bury conduit and cables to support network construction
• Pull lasher, strand and cable between poles to build aerial network infrastructure
• Perform traffic control and flagging to ensure safe worksites
• Operate and maintain crew vehicles

Working Conditions

• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night, including in poorly ventilated areas
• Stand 50-70% of the time, carry and operate extension ladders, and climb poles as required
• Travel weekly with overnight stays as business needs dictate
• Work overtime, weekends or second shifts and participate in on-call rotation as needed

What You'll Bring to Spectrum

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience

Skills

• Close and peripheral vision with ability to adjust focus and differentiate wire sizes and colors
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladders up to 28 feet and 75 pounds as needed
• Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt with a 350-pound weight limit as needed
• Ability to travel between territories and facilities in inclement weather using a company vehicle
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with computer operating systems and software applications
• Ability to complete documentation accurately
• Licenses
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record meeting Spectrum's standards

Preferred Qualifications

Skills

• Knowledge of basic electronic testing equipment such as ohm meters

Licenses

• Ability to obtain all necessary state licenses for installing or servicing security services as needed
• CDL or ability to obtain CDL

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Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $20.00 and $33.85. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

Get to Know Us

Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you'll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.

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