Aerial Construction Lineman
EssenceMediacom
- Dubuque, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Performs aerial construction and coax splicing in accordance with NESC, NEC codes and safety regulations, Mediacom specification, policies and procedures, good workmanship; utility, federal, state and local codesCompany 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!
- 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!
- Knowledgeable in general CATV construction practice.
- Ability to read system prints and understand the design and operation of CATV
- Build strand, lash cables, set bonds, build risers, set anchors and down guys.
- Place and lash coax or fiber.
- Placing self-support cable and inner duct.
- Ability to drill poles and transfers existing attachments to new poles.
- Install all cables in compliance with Mediacom Specification and all applicable codes and or regulations.
- Climb utility poles and/or using aerial lift truck to place cables on pole per system design and spec.
- Ability to splice active plant with AC, splice and activate new plant, read tombstones and design prints, and use a signal level meter to verify plant is within spec both forward and return.
- Perform safety evaluations and testing work for quality
- Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
- Maintaining and handling all tools, equipment and assets safely and responsibly.
- Train new ground hand(s).
- Compliant with all safety requirements.
- Capable of working in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions.
- 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.
- Functions in various weather conditions within safety constraints.
- Provide input to supervisor on projects.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Perform all other duties assigned
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
- 1-3 years' experience as a CATV Construction lineman or certificate of graduation from certified apprenticeship program.
- Valid Driver's license; satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to pass a DOT Physical.
- 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.
- Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
- 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.