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Mediacom Communications is one of the nation's leading cable operators focused on serving the smaller cities and towns in the United States. Dedicated to keeping jobs in the communities and providing all employees with the Power to Succeed. Our diversified workforce of over 4,600 employees lives and works in the 22 states where we do business.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs field technical work. Primarily responsible for maintain the HFC plant from node to tap through routine maintenance and repair of CATV distribution system and HSD system and for turn-on of new distribution system. Maintenance and troubleshoot the trunk system due to equipment and/or power failure.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts system tests such as signal/noise, signal/hum, summation sweep, chart recording, return loss bridge, including monthly, semi-annual and annual tests; RF knowledge/troubleshooting; sweep & balance HFC plant.
Sets trunk levels, sets-up and changes out trunk amplifiers, calculates signal level losses in cable and equipment for trunk lines and distribution lines.
Installs electronics and makes power connections; maintain power supplies.
Properly uses, stores and maintains all test equipment used in system.
Assumes full responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of the coaxial and fiber distribution system. Prepares estimates for projects, providing bill of materials.
Works with connectors, fasteners and wire and uses hand tools; splices coax & fiber.
May perform all duties of Broadband Specialist I-V, Technical Operations descriptions.
Climb poles with proper equipment (safety belt, safety strap and climbers), ladders or other structures as needed. Lifts and carries loads up to 75lbs (including line ladder); Works within limited confines, such as crawl spaces.
Performs other duties such as clean-up and salvage of wrecked out materials; provides general assistance to other employees as directed.
On-call duty may be required; Other functions that may be assigned.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
Valid driver's license; satisfactory driving record required.
Required - Minimum of 6 months' time spent as Broadband Specialist III or 5+ years' equivalent cable technician experience.
Required- NCTI Service Technician
Required- NCTI System Technician
Preferred- DOCSIS 3.1: Customer Premise
18 months tenure as a Mediacom BBS III or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of all Broadband Specialist I-III responsibilities, basic commercial installs, business phone and service calls along with Home Controller.
Knowledge of HFC plant, installs and service calls.
Knowledge of Commercial Fiber PRI and Managed Voice installation and trouble shooting.
Advanced level of mechanical skills for splicing
Ability to interact and communicate with customers and co-workers.
Ability to work in high or tight spaces.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and at various heights.
Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
Ability to trouble shoot customer premise equipment and cable issues
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Strenuous - Physical effort represented by frequent handling of heavy objects (approx. 50-100 lbs.) and materials, or heavy hand tools.
Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage and Prescription Plan
Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and Flex Time
Paid Long term, short term and Accidental Insurance
Voluntary 401(k) plan
1st Increase after 90 days of employment
Company Vehicle, Tools, Phone, Uniforms, Boots, Tablet & Fuel card
Professional development program and training programs to assure your continued career development.
New Hire Incentive Program, 1st 90 days
Incentive Program
Merit Pay
Achievement Awards
Education Enrichment Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
And more
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Mediacom Communications is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
