Field Technician

Charter Communications; Gardiner (ME); On-site; USD 23,298 - 33,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free and discounted internet

Opportunity for industry-recognized certification

Career self-progression plan

Job summary

Charter Communications is seeking a Field Technician in Gardiner, Maine. In this entry-level role, you will install and repair Spectrum services while educating customers about their use. Enjoy a starting pay of $20.50/hour and potential for progression through our self-development program.

This dynamic position involves working outdoors, solving technical challenges, and building relationships. Join a company that values your growth and offers training and certifications in the telecommunications industry.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to assigned customer locations.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Valid Driver's license required with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair services while educating customers.
• Utilize hand tools in various environments.
• Gain on-the-job training and support.
• Build meaningful relationships with colleagues and customers.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Proficiency in using computers

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Earn $20.50/hour, with the potential to increase your pay through our self-progression program. Plus, enjoy perks like free and discounted internet, TV, and mobile, all while paving the way for a long and rewarding career with us.

Do you enjoy solving technical challenges? Do you like working in a dynamic environment? As a Field Technician at Spectrum, you will be on the front lines, installing and repairing services and educating customers on their use. In this entry-level role, we will equip you with the training you need to succeed and the opportunity to progress, increase your earnings and build a long-term career. Join Spectrum and help keep people connected to what matters most!

What our Field Technicians Enjoy Most About the Role

• Staying active and working outdoors. No two days are the same in the field.
• Enjoy solving problems and overcoming daily challenges.
• Build meaningful relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Earn $20+/hr. from day one with immediate opportunities for self‑progression and professional growth. Leverage our career self‑progression plan to move from Field Technician I to Field Technician IV, with 10% increases for each progression level and bonus payments for completing coursework. Additional opportunities to move into other roles including leadership positions.
• Field Technicians can also earn an industry‑recognized certification.

Working Conditions

Our Field Technicians work outdoors, utilizing hand tools in a variety of environments. You will receive support to build your confidence and skills to solve complex technical issues. You will also gain on‑the‑job training, career self‑progression, a Broadband Apprenticeship Program, and more.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Schedule: Ability to travel (including during inclement weather) to and from assigned customer premises, company facilities and other locations as necessary.
• Language: Fluent in English.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in using computers and software applications. Competent in using hand tools.
• Abilities: Effective communication, professionalism, time management, organization, critical thinking, responsibility and reliability.
• Valid Driver's license with a safe driving record within company standards required.
• Physical: Walk over various terrains and weather conditions while carrying tools and equipment. Safely use weight‑bearing equipment (up to 345 lbs) and lift up to 75 lbs. Climb ladders up to 32 feet and work in confined spaces and at heights. Operate and navigate a company vehicle in changing environments. Work with small components and wires. Work outdoors for extended periods in any season and inclement weather.

Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice.

Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.