Field Installation Technician – High-Speed Internet

AMG TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT GROUP LLC; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with match

Training provided

Career advancement opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Nextlink is seeking a Field Operations – Installation technician to perform site surveys, install internet service, configure routers, and upgrade equipment for residential and commercial customers. You will work outdoors, often at heights, and travel up to 40%.

This role requires a high school diploma, the ability to lift 60 pounds, climb ladders, and pass background checks. The job offers full-time status, overtime, and benefits including medical, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 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 and a criminal background check.
• Must be able to use tools to install equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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, including mounting equipment at or above roof height, running Cat5-E or Fiber Optic cable from outside to the customer’s location.
• Configure routers and customer computers for access to Internet services.
• Perform equipment upgrades for existing customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional appearance

Independent work

Accountability & prioritization

multitasking in fast-paced env

Love for technology

Drug screen & background check

Tool usage for installation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nextlink is seeking a Field Operations – Installation technician to perform site surveys, install internet service, configure routers, and upgrade equipment for residential and commercial customers. You will work outdoors, often at heights, and travel up to 40%.

This role requires a high school diploma, the ability to lift 60 pounds, climb ladders, and pass background checks. The job offers full-time status, overtime, and benefits including medical, 401(k), and paid time off.