Best Places to Work in Maine

B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 9 29 MEDIUM EMPLOYER (50 - 249 U.S. EMPLOYEES) This may be our first year participating in Maine's Best Places to Work, but we've been a global leader in designing and making TV & radio antennas since 1942. Over the past five years, we've become by far the leading supplier for the FCC Channel Repack, shipping nearly 1,000 new antennas—made exclusively in our Raymond and Lewiston facilities—to stations across the U.S...all thanks to the dedication and skill of our staff and partners! WE CELEBR ATE THE INNOVATION, EXPERTISE & PRIDE OF OUR TEAM! The County Federal Credit Union The County Federal Credit Union provides many opportunities for growth within the organization. Employees attend educational seminars, confer- ences and internal training programs. Internal promotion is very common. County FCU con- tributes 12% of annual salary to the employee's 401(k), as well as a 3% match. That is a whopping total of 15%. Company gatherings, such as summer picnics and holiday par- ties, are common. County FCU holds an employee appreciation week and provides recognition for large and small milestones and achievements, like its Years of Service awards. Staff is involved in internal contests and contests that in- clude credit union members. Community involvement is highly encouraged. The credit union gives employees paid days off to participate in community events. www.countyfcu.org Connectivity Point Design & Installation LLC W.A.V.E stands for "We're All Valued Employees." The culture at Connectivity Point Design & Installation promotes a small company feel, family-orientated with a flexible work schedule, many company fringe benefits and a generous benefits package. The company puts insurance coverage back into the hands of employees by offering five different medical plans, three different dental plans and three different vision plans, thus allowing employees to choose coverage based on their specific needs. Technology changes every day, but one thing that will never change is their dedication to employees. That shows up even in the details, through the W.A.V.E. Employee Appreciation Program, birthday lunch celebrations and random recognitions. Employees receive a "job well done" card and paid lunches. www.connectivitypoint.com Dielectric Dielectric is a leading manufacturer of antennas and other components for the broadcasting industry. Every day involves designing and building custom antennas and looking for in- novation. Many employees have been with Dielectric for decades because of the friendly atmosphere and numerous growth op- portunities. Dielectric's generous benefits include flexible health coverage options and value-add- ed services like concierge services and some prescriptions at $0 co-pay. Dielectric offers tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and Safe Harbor Matches — 100% of the first 3% of contributions plus 50% up to the next 2%. Employees enjoy flex- ible schedules and overtime, including double-time for Sunday hours, and the option to work autonomously or in groups on unique, highly special- ized projects. www.dielectric.com # 40 # 41 # 42 Midcoast Federal Credit Union Midcoast employees are encouraged to take initiative and constructively question obstacles. The culture is col- laborative and forward-thinking. Stay interviews, employee surveys and inter- action with management provides clarity on what employees value. Open communication and con- nection has led to modern- ized employee benefits in the past year. That includes premium- free health insurance, expanded paid time off, paid parental leave and a more progressive dress code. Incentives include bonuses, appreciation events, weekly breakfast, paid birthday holidays, paid community volunteer time and employee loan discounts. Personal development is supported through the Everything DiSC program, tuition reimbursement benefits, career growth mapping and advancement opportunities. www.midcoastfcu.me # 39

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