Manager, Aerial Construction

Req Number 18907 Position Overview: Manages all phases of aerial construction and verifies that in-house aerial crews perform work according to the best interest of the Company. Responsible for the safety and progress of construction activity and personnel. 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! 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! Position Responsibilities: Oversee all inhouse Aerial Construction across Mediacom Coastal. Draw and sketch installation and location of equipment, such as amplifiers, power supplies and cable. Ensure required permits, easements, etc. are acquired as needed. Direct personnel, materials, and equipment to given locations within the system. Inspect pole installations to ensure compliance with work specifications. Log work completed and prepare progress reports as required. Provide information as directed, about problems or potential problems, which might impede progress. Travel to and regularly inspects the progress and quality of construction projects performed by system personnel. Perform interviewing, hiring, monitoring, evaluating, and disciplining of field personnel. Monitor safety practices and holding safety meetings as required. Develop and maintain good relationships with utilities, general public and governmental agencies. Ensure thorough inventory procedures, required equipment and material levels by effective planning, ordering and conservation of physical resources, to ensure optimum plant operations. Act as a liaison between other departments. Ensure quality control inspections are performed on all field personnel on a regular basis to assure quality and recommend additional training as needed. Perform other duties as required. Position Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred. Preferred - 2 years’ experience as a CATV Construction lineman or 4+ years’ as a Broadband Specialist IV or V system technician or equivalent cable technician experience. Required – 2 to 3 years’ supervisory experience. 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. Knowledge of construction, electrical codes (related state and local codes), NESC, NEC codes and safety precautions. Ability to work flexible work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required. Ability to read and utilize system maps and plans. 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. Microsoft Office experience preferred (Excel-Word-Outlook) Physical Requirements: Physical effort represented by frequent handling of heavy objects (approx. 50-100 lbs.) and materials, or heavy hand tools. 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: 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 is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment. Mediacom Communications prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, marital status, status as a parent, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, reprisal for participation in protected EEO activity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. 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 salary range for this position is $66,000 - $80,000. 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.