Field Services Technician - Tier I

Socket Fiber; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Socket Fiber is seeking a Field Services Technician I to perform on-site installations and repairs for residential customers. You\'ll be the face of our service from start to finish, working from a company-provided vehicle in a driveway-to-driveway environment.

You will install and configure customer equipment, test network cabling, and document activities, while adhering to safety protocols and DOT/OSHA regulations. A valid driver\'s license and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in telecommunications, networking, or field service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfortable and able to work in both underground and aerial environments (e.g., climbing ladders up to 32ft and operating a bucket truck).
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Able to enter and safely operate a bucket truck with a weight limit of 300 lbs.
• Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
• Willingness to obtain a class E license if offered.
• CAT3/CAT5 cabling installation, termination, and testing.
• LAN/WAN knowledge and basic networking principles.
• Test/install ADSL/xDSL circuit orders with local exchange carrier.
• Cable pulling and closet buildouts in accordance with building and fire codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent installations and repairs for residential customers.
• Install and configure customer equipment, including routers, modems, and Wi-Fi gateways.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience by being professional, friendly, and knowledgeable during all service visits.
• Install, terminate, and test network cabling, adhering to all relevant codes and standards.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of service activities.
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment, including ladders and bucket trucks, in accordance with all safety protocols and DOT/OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a clean driving record and represent Socket with professionalism in the field.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Networking basics

Customer service

Field service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Bucket truck operation

Job description

DescriptionSocket is seeking a skilled Field Services Technician - Tier I to join our talented workforce. In this role, you\u2019ll deliver expert onsite installation services for residential customers. You\u2019ll play a key role in ensuring a seamless experience for our customers as they connect to Socket's fiber network. This role will require travel to our various service areas and will be required to work in most conditions.

A Day in the Life This is a driveway-to-driveway, customer-focused installation position where you\u2019ll be the face of our service from start to finish. Using a company-provided vehicle, you\u2019ll manage your day through our ticketed scheduling system, completing each assigned install with the skill, professionalism, and pride of a Socket Installer.

What You\u2019ll Do Key responsibilities include:

• Perform independent installations and repairs for residential customers.
• Install and configure customer equipment, including routers, modems, and Wi-Fi gateways.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience by being professional, friendly, and knowledgeable during all service visits.
• Install, terminate, and test network cabling, adhering to all relevant codes and standards.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of service activities.
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment, including ladders and bucket trucks, in accordance with all safety protocols and DOT/OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a clean driving record and represent Socket with professionalism in the field.

What We7re Looking For To be considered for this role, you\u2019ll need the following required qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in telecommunications, networking, or field service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfortable and able to work in both underground and aerial environments (e.g., climbing ladders up to 32ft and operating a bucket truck).
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Able to enter and safely operate a bucket truck with a weight limit of 300 lbs.
• Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work on Saturdays and/or Sundays.
• Willingness to obtain a class E license if offered

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with CAT3 and CAT5 cabling, including installation, termination, and testing.
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies and basic networking principles.
• Ability to test and install customer ADSL/xDSL circuit orders with the appropriate local exchange carrier (LEC).
• Knowledge of cable pulling, terminations, closet buildouts, and compliance with building and fire codes.

Desired Attributes Beyond the qualifications, these attributes are what make someone a great fit for our team:

• A strong aptitude for learning and a desire to grow your skills and knowledge.
• A self-motivated and proactive approach to your work.
• A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• A strong sense of urgency and dedication to following through on all tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrates a strong safety focus and consistently maintains safety measures.

Why Join Socket Fiber? At Socket Fiber, we're redefining what it means to connect communities. We share a mission-driven culture focused on bringing high-speed internet to areas that need it most. We're not just selling a service—we're providing access, opportunity, and real change. Socket Fiber offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized.

Our Core Values

• Respect: Toward all customers, communities, property, and coworkers.
• Advocacy: In-person, online, or by phone—we go beyond support to serve as customer advocates.
• Transparency: In our commitments, service experiences, and business relationships.
• Progress: Growth is proof of our dedication to improving lives and communities.
• Winning: Every conversation is a chance to gain a customer for life.