Field Service Technician

Combined-Public-Communications; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Combined-Public-Communications in Alaska is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair customers' telecommunications systems inside correctional facilities.

This role requires travel to Nome, Bethel, and Palmer, and you must be comfortable working in secure environments while providing excellent customer service. The position emphasizes strong technical skills and independent problem-solving in dynamic settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Proven experience as telecommunications or field service technician.
• Experience with telecommunications systems and components.
• Experience in Business Telephone Systems installation and repair (Avaya, Toshiba, Panasonic, Mitel, etc.).
• Telecom cabling, networking and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; extensive travel required.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and maintain telecommunications systems to meet customer and company requirements.
• Evaluate customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Perform routine testing to ensure systems are operating at peak performance.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Install and terminate low-voltage cabling, including CAT5 and CAT6, keystones, and RJ45 connectors.
• Perform basic computer networking tasks across Windows and Mac environments.
• Order and replace components for various telecommunications systems and devices.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by providing clear communication and professional support.

Skills

Telecom systems

Field service

Networking

Customer service

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Telecom hardware

Job description

Position Title: Field Service Technician

Department: Operations

Status: Full Time

Working in a Correctional Environment

Position Summary:

We are a rapidly growing telecommunications company seeking a dedicated and experienced Field Service Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of customers' telecommunications systems within correctional facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service while working in a secure correctional environment. This position requires regular travel, including occasional travel to remote locations such as Nome, Bethel, and Palmer, to provide on-site installation, maintenance, and technical support. The successful candidate must be comfortable traveling independently and working in diverse environments to support our customers' operational needs.

Key Responsibilities-

• Install, upgrade, and maintain telecommunications systems to meet customer and company requirements.
• Evaluate customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Perform routine testing to ensure systems are operating at peak performance.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Install and terminate low-voltage cabling, including CAT5 and CAT6, keystones, and RJ45 connectors.
• Perform basic computer networking tasks across Windows and Mac environments.
• Order and replace components for various telecommunications systems and devices.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by providing clear communication and professional support.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training preferred.
• Proven experience as a telecommunications or field service technician.
• Solid understanding of telecommunications systems and components.
• Experience in Business Telephone Systems installation and repair. (Avaya, Toshiba, Panasonic, Mitel, etc.)
• Telecom cabling, networking and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (extensive travel required).
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Employment Type & Benefits:

This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package, including: