Field Service Technician

Wide Open West; Potterville (MI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range $18.00-$24.00/hr.

Quarterly bonuses

Certifications boost pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

PTO and paid holidays

FlexPay

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle

Gas card

Tools provided

Professional uniform and PPE

Career path (Lead, Supervisor, Manager

Broadband discounts

Job summary

WOW! is hiring a Field Service Technician in Michigan to perform new connects, upgrades, and installations for phone, internet, or video services at customers' premises. You will install outlets, wiring, and converters, and train customers on equipment use while maintaining safety and WOW!

standards. The role requires strong customer communication, the ability to work independently, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interact with customers and present technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.
• Ability to read street maps and use measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform new connects, reconnects, disconnects, upgrades and changes for phone, internet or video services.
• Install and relocate outlets.
• Install or remove converters and cable modems.
• Install interior and exterior wiring.
• Connect peripheral equipment and train customers on equipment use.
• Monitor, repair and record system activity and signal quality.
• Identify issues and troubleshoot from customer device to tap.

Skills

Customer communication

Independent worker

Reading maps

Record keeping

Time management

Field service tool app

Test equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Field Service Tool app

SLM/volt-OHM meter

Job description

WOW! is currently hiring a Field Service Technician! From keeping our facilities running smoothly to working in assigned neighborhoods each day, our Field Operations teams work with their hands to connect our customers to the people and entertainment that matters most to them. Working in Field Services with WOW! allows you all the benefits of working in a great company, without being stuck behind a desk. How can we get you excited to join a company that has won the "Best Places to Work Nationally Award"? Let us tell you about the perks!

Perks

• Be a part of a company whose core values are respect, integrity, spirit of service, and accountability!
• Pay Range: $18.00-$24.00/hr. (Based on experience)
• Quarterly bonuses based on incentive program!
• Receive nationally recognized certifications which upon completion boosts your pay!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with a company match, PTO, paid holidays, FlexPay, and tuition reimbursement.
• Receive a company vehicle, gas card, tools, professional uniform, and PPE!
• Defined career pathing opportunities including Lead, Supervisor, Manager, and Director.
• Significant discounts on broadband packages for employees residing in our service areas.

What you'll be doing

• Perform new connects, reconnects, disconnects, upgrades, downgrades and change-of-service, for phone, internet or video services
• Install and relocate outlets
• Install or remove converters and cable modems
• Install interior and exterior wiring
• Connect peripheral equipment
• Train customers on proper use of equipment
• Monitor, repair and record system, drop, and in-house leakage
• Assure proper signal levels and picture quality
• Identify causes of picture and/or signal degradation
• Troubleshoot from consumer device to tap
• Troubleshoot, repair and replace components from tap to consumer device
• Assure system security by terminating unused ports and tag drops and locking pedestals
• Take voltage measurements
• Understand/apply FCC and NESC technical standards
• Identify and report all incidents of noncompliance (FCC, NESC, OSHA and WOW standards)
• Provide superior customer service & maintain professional appearance/behavior at all times
• Complete all tasks to WOW! quality standards
• Maintain excellent attendance
• Responsible for motor vehicle per company policy including equipment & tool inventory, vehicle security and vehicle maintenance
• Replaces defective/damaged tap plates and installs new taps
• Tests, maintains, splices, repairs and replaces coax cable.
• Tests coax cable using signal level meters, volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers and compares findings with documentation.
• Performs network troubleshooting including ping test, trace routes and speed test.
• Other duties as assigned - which may include training other employees

All YOU need is

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to interact with customers to present technical information to a non-technical audience
• Able to work independently
• Able to accurately measure distances using tapes and other measuring devices
• Able to use assigned test equipment including but not limited to signal level meter (SLM) and volt OHM meter.
• Able to accurately maintain records, logs, reports, work orders, etc.
• Able to operate handheld Field Service Tool application
• Able to handle escalations and time-critical issues
• Able to read street maps
• Able to work flexible hours as required, including evenings, weekends and on-call shifts
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Ability to work while standing most of the time and walk or work over all types of terrain, in all types of weather
• Ability to carry tools and equipment
• Ability to work in tight spaces while bending, twisting and reaching
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder (approx. 28' & 75lbs)
• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
• Ability to perform work in elevated places (i.e., roofs and utility poles)
• Ability to use drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers and other hand tools
• Ability to work with small components
• Ability to use close vision, peripheral vision and adjust focus
• Ability to work in poorly vented areas such as attics, in extreme temperatures
• Ability to move, crawl, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, pull, push, and grasp
• Ability to lift up to 90 pounds
• Physically able to use computer equipment and test equipment
• Ability to work in environments that may contain dust, dirt, noise, insects and cleaning solutions
• Ability to work safely near power lines and electrical equipment
• Ability to drive Company vehicles in a safe manner
• Must be able to meet the physical limit requirements of personal protective equipment, aerial lift equipment, ladders and/or gaffs that may be used in this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.