As a Construction Technician at Midco youll help expand and upgrade our regional network to bring the newest technology to neighborhoods near you. You will be our boots on the ground, preparing communities to get the fastest speeds and the best, most reliable connection.

No experience is needed to get started; well train you! Career advancement with pay increases including annual merit increases and bonuses! Free fiber internet and cable tv. Company vehicle, clothing and tools provided. Competitive pay and benefits including PTO, paid holidays, 401k w/match, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid paternal leave, health and wellness programs, community discounts and much more!

JOB PURPOSE:

As a Construction Tech you will support and assist the Construction department in the maintenance, expansion, and upgrades to Midcos regional network.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Support the Construction department with the maintenance, expansion and upgrades to Midcos regional network.
• Interpret, comprehend, and utilize network system maps and plans.
• Capture, store, and modify design data with electronic devices such as GPS, Smart Phone, and Laptop Computer
• Install, maintain, and repair Midcos aerial and underground regional network.
• Perform house moves and cable relocations. Coordinate with the appropriate utility companies and other entities to verify routes. Keep detailed billing information to chargeback customers.
• Assist in preparing site surveys.
• Complete Midco First Time Right certification within allotted training period. Consistently apply First Time Right principles in all aspects of work.
• Locate existing underground cable.
• Install drops, taps, amplifiers and power supplies. Splice coaxial cable.
• Ground service drops and pre-wire new builds.
• Read, comprehend, and utilize Regional network maps and plans.
• Possess knowledge in using signal meters, reading RF levels, voltage meters, TDR, etc.
• Possess knowledge of Midcos safety program (Target Zero), practice and enforce safety rules and procedures. Wear safety apparel which includes hard hats (where required), safety vests, OSHA approved boots, etc.
• Maintain current, valid drivers license and good to excellent driving record (DUI within the last 5 years disqualifies you for employment in this position).
• Operate and drive a Company vehicle in accordance with all Midco policies including maintaining a safe
• driving record.
• Obtain certification and successfully operate a bucket truck to perform aerial construction and maintenance.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of a Broadband Installer and/or Service Technician.
• Follow and serve as a role model in displaying Midcos Core Values and Leadership Success Drivers.
• Adhere to Midcos privacy guidelines to ensure each customers privacy.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mentor new hires as required.
• Have and maintain up-to-date knowledge of technological developments in the industry.
• Effectively communicate with other departments to handle escalating issues in a timely manner.
• Support the mission, vision and values of Midco.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Demonstrate courage by tackling tough issues while acknowledging own limitations without compromising integrity.
• Remove obstacles for team members. Encourage creative solutions.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Communicate clear expectations that set a high bar while holding team members accountable to reach these goals.
• Demonstrate business acumen by using data to drive decisions and actions.
• Model flexibility, resiliency and change management skills by staying self-aware, constantly learning, and
• finding ways to cut through ambiguous problems
• Identify root causes of problems and implement solutions while keeping a holistic and long-term perspective in mind.
• Actively follow Midco policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required. Some college or vocational training preferred.
• NCTI, SCTE and/or other broadband certification preferred.
• Previous experience in the broadband industry preferred.
• Must develop working knowledge of construction, the National Electrical Code, OSHA regulations, state and local regulations and general safety standards.

Position leveling will be assigned congruent to experience and training.

Construction Technician Career Progression

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | Job Level | Position Requirements | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | Construction Technician | No previous experience required | | | | | | Construction FTR Certification | | | required within 90 days | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | Construction Technician I | Construction Technician | | | requirements met | | | | | | Construction Technician FTR Level | | | 1 Certification Test | | | | | | Construction Technician Field | | | Competency 1 Test | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | Construction Technician II | Minimum 2 years in role or | | | equivalent experience | | | | | | Construction Technician I | | | requirements met | | | | | | Construction Technician FTR Level | | | 2 Certification Test | | | | | | Construction Technician Field | | | Competency 2 Test | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | Construction Technician III | Minimum 4 years in role or | | | equivalent experience | | | | | | Construction Technician II | | | requirements met | | | | | | Construction Technician FTR Level | | | 3 Certification Test | | | | | | Construction Technician Field | | | Competency 3 Test | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occas