Field Installation Technician

Nextlink Internet

Denton (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

Nextlink Internet is seeking a Field Installation Technician to perform on-site installations and service visits for customers in Texas. You will install Internet equipment, run cabling, configure routers, and troubleshoot service issues at customer sites.

The role emphasizes professional customer interaction, independent work, and adherence to safety and company policies. Overtime, on-call duties, and a focus on reliability are expected.

Qualifications

Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
Strong customer service and technical troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

Perform site surveys for potential customers to evaluate serviceability.
Diagnose problems at service calls and restore service for existing customers.
Install Internet service and equipment at customer locations, including mounting and cabling.
Configure routers and customer devices for access to Internet services.
Perform equipment upgrades for existing customers.
Complete customer installations, service visits, and on-site troubleshooting.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Independent worker

Accountability

Prioritization

Tech-savvy

Drug screening

Background check

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Job description

The Field Installation Technician requires excellent customer service skills and technical ability. The position requires completing customer installations, service visits, on-site troubleshooting, and recovery of equipment. Work is performed on site at customer locations both with a physical aspect of installing Internet equipment.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform site surveys for potential customers to evaluate serviceability.
Diagnose customer problems at service calls and restore functional service to existing customers.
Install new customers with Internet service based on technology available, which includes mounting equipment at or above roof height, running Cat5-E or Fiber Optic cable from outside to the customer’s desired location.
Configure routers and customer computers for access to Internet services.
Perform equipment upgrades for existing customers
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Must be professional in dress, speech, and manner.
Ability to work independently, using sound judgement principles.
Must demonstrate accountability in order to set priorities, organize workload, handle multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work within a fast-paced, high-change environment while managing multiple interruptions and adjustments to priorities throughout the day.
Must demonstrate a desire to learn, supported with a love for technology.
Must pass a drug screening test, a criminal background check, have and maintain a valid DL with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy.
Must be able to use tools to install equipment.

Work Environment/Hazards

Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
Moderate noise level
Use of PPE

Physical Demands

Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of at least 60 pounds or more
Must be able to climb roof tops of all types and to perform job duties from high places.
Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up roofs and vertical tower repeatedly
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position
Frequently required to use hand and power tools
Must have the ability to climb extended heights upwards of 200 feet
Employee weight and tools combines may not exceed 300-pound limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.

Working Hours/Days

Tuesday - Saturday 40 hours minimum, flexible schedule
Overtime as needed
On Call as needed

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities.

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