Supervisor, Field Operations

Cogeco Inc.; Windsor; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogeco Connexion Inc. in Windsor, ON is seeking a Supervisor to directly oversee Customer Facing and Commercial Technicians, ensuring daily workload completion and timely issue resolution.

You will coach, manage performance, and onboard staff while supporting the Manager, Field Operations. Ideal candidates have strong coaching, team leadership, and customer service skills, plus experience in telecommunications.

Qualifications

• High School required; college/university or equivalent education/experience is an asset.
• Completion of the NCTI Broadband Service Technician certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coach team members to develop strengths and address weaknesses through coaching.
• Ensure compliance with Cogeco Policies, Procedures and Health & Safety by audits and training.
• Implement performance improvement, developmental and disciplinary plans.
• Transfer knowledge to technicians to support growth and expertise.
• Complete Employee Performance Assessments for assigned team members.

Skills

Coaching

Performance management

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School diploma

NCTI Broadband Service Technician certification

Tools

ONX

TDR

Locator

Wifi analyzer

Job description

Our culture lifts you up - there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type: Regular Job Description :

POSITION SUMMARY

The successful candidate is responsible for the direct supervision of Customer Facing and Commercial Technicians, ensuring that the current day work load for the region is completed, and any issues are addressed in a timely manner. This role will act as a supervisor to the technicians that are assigned to him/her including coaching, performance management, and onboarding of new staff. Also acts as "right hand" to the Manager, Field Operations and supports all employees relations. It is expected all work functions are performed in a manner to ensure the highest level of quality customer service is achieved. The role also includes providing guidance to all field staff and contractors with regards to best practices, quality work and escalations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SUPERVISOR ROLE

1. Coaching team members to help develop strengths and improve weaknesses through both ad hoc and set monthly coaching
2. Ensure team compliance to Cogeco Policies, Procedures and Health and Safety Requirements by completing scheduled and unscheduled audits. Ensuring the completion of training and real world practical testing where required. Documenting Ladder, Harness, PPE and Truck inspections
3. Implementing and delivering Performance Improvement, Developmental and disciplinary plans where required
4. Transfers knowledge and insights to their assigned Customer Facing Technicians thus supporting the individual's technical growth and expertise.
5. Completes Employee Performance Assessments (PA) for all assigned members of their team including writing and delivery
6. Share responsibility for customer inquiries and escalations. Provides support/feedback to the employee and manager to help improve the customer experience. Maintains accurate records of coaching and resolutions.
7. Quality checks on completed Install and Service work as required.
8. Implement and maintain above market average eNPS scores. Identify ways to improve this measure to reduce attrition and improve employee engagement.
9. Must participate in all certification programs as deemed appropriate by Cogeco Connexion.
10. Responsible for the delivery of high Transactional NPS scores through excellent customer service and solutioning
11. Travel within your assigned region

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS ACADEMIC TRAINING

• High School required, College/University or combination of equivalent education and experience is an asset
• Completion of the Society of Cable Television Engineers endorsed NCTI Broadband Service Technician certification, is preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of related experience with some leadership responsibilities preferred.
• Telecommunications industry experience is required

SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Detailed knowledge of, and ability to diagnose faults and take corrective action for broadband RF and light is required
• Knowledge of all field processes
• Proficient with all tools and meters (ONX, TDR, Locator, Wifi analyzer, etc,....)
• Basic PC skills including ability to work proficiently with a keyboard, and to handle Google Suite (Sheets, Doc) and Adobe pdf files, and to navigate the internet using a browser, is required.
• Exceptional organizational skills are required.
• Solid interpersonal skill with a winning customer service attitude and high level of professionalism when dealing with problems and complaints from internal or external customers, and defuse emotion and potential customer-provider conflicts, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and use discretion with highly confidential materials.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License
• Strong coaching mindset, with the ability to adapt to the learners with varying tenure and competency levels
• Ability to verbally communicate expectations clearly and provide constructive feedback in a way that fosters employee commitment.
• Team management skills which focus on fostering a culture of collaboration, employee engagement, and achieving departmental results.
• Ability to make decisions with limited knowledge under fast-paced conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND VISUAL ACUITY Frequently required to lift up to 70 lbs and work on fibreglass extension ladders, operate hand and power tools and electronic test equipment. Required to work in all weather conditions

At Cogeco, diversity is an essential asset to our organization's performance. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of cultural and individual differences. We strive to build teams which reflect the diverse profiles and backgrounds of both the customers and communities we serve, firmly believing that this distinguishes Cogeco from competitors and contributes to our signature of excellence. Location : Windsor, ON Company : Cogeco Connexion Inc At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging. By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we're doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at [e-mail]

Rooted in the communities it serves, Cogeco Inc. is a growing competitive force in the North American telecommunications and media sectors, serving 1.6 million residential and business subscribers. Its Cogeco Communications subsidiary provides Internet, video and phone services in Canada, and in thirteen states in the United States under the Cogeco Connexion, oxio and Breezeline brand names. Through Cogeco Media, it owns and operates 21 radio stations primarily in the province of Québec as well as a news agency. Cogeco's subordinate voting shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: CGO). The subordinate voting shares of Cogeco Communications Inc. are also listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: CCA).