merger after merger after merger - Network Technician Lumen Employee Review

Many good craft jobs have been eliminated and contracted out....Lineman, Construction Splicer, Facility Assigner, and I&R technicians. Unable to compete with CATV in many markets because of poor marketing, poor customer service, and unwillingness to maintain our network. Small budget to maintain copper facilities. GPON buildout done by contractors. Company doesn't give new technicians enough training before sending them out on their own. Employees are paying more of their healthcare premiums each year. For children+spouse health coverage next year I will be paying around $440/month out of pocket.