Senior Broadband Field Technician | Company Vehicle

Mediacom Communications; Abingdon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

On-the-job training

Tools, tablet, and phone

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401K

Vacation and PTO

Performance bonus

Education assistance

Uniforms and boots

Wellness program

Job summary

Mediacom Communications is seeking a Broadband Specialist IV, Maintenance to perform field maintenance on the HFC and trunk systems, ensuring reliable service. The role involves troubleshooting, installing electronics, and lifting up to 100 lbs in varied environments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), valid driver's license, and 5+ years' cable tech experience or 6 months at Broadband Specialist III.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; satisfactory driving record required.
• Minimum 6 months’ time as Broadband Specialist III or 5+ years’ equivalent cable technician experience.
• 18 months tenure as a Mediacom BBS III or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of HFC plant, installs and service calls.
• Knowledge of Commercial Fiber PRI and Managed Voice installation and trouble shooting.
• Ability to work in all weather, including evenings, weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system tests such as signal/noise, signal/hum, summation sweep, chart recording, RF tests; RF knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Set trunk levels, set-up/change trunk amplifiers; calculate signal losses.
• Install electronics and make power connections; maintain power supplies.
• Use and maintain all test equipment; ensure proper handling.
• Troubleshoot and repair coaxial and fiber distribution system.
• Prepare project estimates and bill of materials.
• Work with connectors, fasteners, wire; perform splices on coax & fiber.
• Climb poles and ladders; lift up to 100 lbs; work in confined spaces.
• On-call duty may be required; perform service installations following codes and safety practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Splicing tools

Job description

Mediacom Communications is seeking a Broadband Specialist IV, Maintenance to perform field maintenance on the HFC and trunk systems, ensuring reliable service. The role involves troubleshooting, installing electronics, and lifting up to 100 lbs in varied environments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), valid driver's license, and 5+ years' cable tech experience or 6 months at Broadband Specialist III.