Senior Field Technician I

Nielsen; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 200,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

Nielsen is seeking a Technical Specialist in the Philippines to install and maintain Nielsen panel homes from a remote environment while coaching families on equipment use and participation. The role requires handling various communication channels, troubleshooting data and equipment, and ensuring data integrity.

You will work a hybrid schedule with three set days in the office weekly and support US geography, with shifts from 11pm to 9am PH time.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of computer networking basics (routers, modems, WiFi bands) and good English communication.
• Experience in technology-based roles or customer support is preferred.
• Ability to learn Nielsen systems and remote diagnostic tools quickly.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Nielsen panel homes remotely.
• Investigate and resolve panel data issues in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot data/equipment remotely and collect accurate audience data.
• Communicate with panelists via phone, email, text, and chat.
• Coach panel members on operation, security procedures, and participation responsibilities.
• Use persuasion to maintain cooperation of panel members.
• Shift focus efficiently between tasks and respond during downtime.

Skills

Networking basics

English proficiency

Education

Any degree or equivalent experience in technology-based role

Job description

Company Description

At Nielsen, we are passionate about our work to power a better media future for all people by providing powerful insights that drive client decisions and deliver extraordinary results. Our talented, global workforce is dedicated to capturing audience engagement with content - wherever and whenever it's consumed. Together, we are proudly rooted in our deep legacy as we stand at the forefront of the media revolution. When you join Nielsen, you will join a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and the ambition to make an impact together. We champion you, because when you succeed, we do too. We enable your best to power our future.

Job Description

The Nielsen Technical Specialist installs and maintains Nielsen panel homes, operating in a remote environment. Technical Specialists will build rapport with Nielsen families while coaching all family members on how to use our equipment and ensuring ongoing family participation and customer service.

Job Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains all current and future metering platforms working remotely with panelists from a home office environment.
• Investigates and resolves Nielsen proprietary system-generated household performance issues.
• Remotely diagnoses and troubleshoots data/equipment, taking necessary corrective action to collect and retrieve accurate audience data.
• Communicates effectively with panelists through various channels including phone, email, text, video, and chat.
• Educates and coaches Panel members on operation, security procedures, and expected participation responsibilities to protect the integrity of the Nielsen sample and usage of Nielsen equipment to ensure optimum performance results.
• Uses persuasion skills to maintain the cooperation of Panel members.
• Demonstrate ability to shift focus quickly between assignments and proactivity in finding work during downtime

Additional Skills Needed

• Basic knowledge of computer networking (routers, modems, WiFi bands etc)
• English proficiency

Additional Requirements

• Productivity & Call Management: Maintain high productivity by efficiently handling both outbound and inbound calls.
• Physical Demands: Ability to sit comfortably for prolonged periods.
• Remote Setup: Must have proper internet connectivity when working from home (80 Mbps upload, 10 Mbps download)
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid role requiring three set days in the office weekly.
• Training: Mandatory 4 weeks
• Workspace: Maintain a quiet and distraction-free workspace while working remotely.
• Interview/Call Conduct: Ability to conduct extended/lengthy calls. You will be on back to back calls or tasks your entire shift
• Commute: Ensure the office location and commute distance is clear
• This roles require supporting US Geography and working schedule will be from 11pm PH time to 9am PH time, two shifts and rotational working as per business requirement.

Education Requirements

• Education - Any degree or equivalent experience w/ Technology based role
• Experience - 1 to 2 years of relevant experience

Additional Information

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