Field Technician

cableone; Mount Carmel (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company truck

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Sparklight, a Cable One company, seeks a Field Technician to install customer service drops and outlets in homes and small businesses. You will learn to use electronic test equipment, diagnose issues, and ensure signal levels from the customer premises to the distribution network.

A company truck, uniforms, and extensive training support your success. We value customer-focused service, problem-solving, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• A good driving record and a valid driver's license in the state you are applying.
• Flexibility to work overtime and on-call as needed.
• Problem solving is key when working with customers; listen and provide solutions.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs., climb ladders, and work in all weather.
• At least 3 months of customer service or related experience or training.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Connect our customers to what they love by installing customer service drops or outlets in both residential and business properties.
• Use electronic test equipment and online diagnostic tools to troubleshoot drops or outlets and resolve issues.
• Ensure proper upstream and downstream signal levels at each termination on the customer's premises.
• Proactively suggest upgrades and educate customers on equipment.
• Take on additional duties to support our Purpose and Brand Principles.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

If you have never thought about a career as a Field Technician, it's time to think again! If you love working in the field, driving vehicles, interacting with customers, and advancing with ongoing learning opportunities, Sparklight is your next and final stop.

This role offers an extensive training program with both one-on-one and group training classes. Nervous about finding your way in a new organization? You will have access to mentors from across the company to ensure you are set up for success. Our Field Techs are also provided with a company truck and all the necessary tools to perform the job. We also provide uniforms, from hats to boots and everything in between.

Our INCREDIBLY competitive benefits package includes 20 days (about 4 weeks) of PTO (Paid Time Off) per year, medical benefits that start on the first day of employment, a 401K match of up to 5%, and generous tuition reimbursement which increases with your tenure. You can even earn credits toward your associate degree while at work!

At Sparklight, a Cable One company, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Connect our customers to what they love by installing customer service drops or outlets in both residential and business properties.
• Take the training you gain to use electronic test equipment and online diagnostic tools to troubleshoot customer service drops or outlets, diagnose and repair reception performance issues, and resolve all problems from the customer's equipment to the output of the first distribution amplifier.
• You will ensure we are providing proper upstream and downstream signal levels at each termination on the customer's premises.
• You will be proactive by suggesting upgrades of existing services and educate customers on their new/existing equipment.
• This position has the expectation and responsibility to take on other duties needed to help drive our Purpose, fulfill our Brand Principles, and abide by our Organization's Value.

Qualifications

• A good driving record and a valid driver's license in the state you are applying.
• Flexibility to go beyond for our customers by working overtime and on-call as needed.
• Problem solving is key when working with our customers. Be able to listen to customers and present solutions in a positive manner.
• Due to the nature of the position, you will need to successfully work in small and confined areas; lift to 100 lbs.; work on a ladder; and work in all weather conditions.
• You will have demonstrated at least 3 months of customer service or related experience and/or training. The equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required. Our customers need you to help keep them connected to what matters most!

Core Competencies

• Committed: Values each customer while working hard to keep their business and support our communities.
• Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy.
• Proactive: Understand what our customers need and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding.
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
• 401(k) - 100% company match (match program starts first day of service, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
• Free cable and internet services to associates who live in a serviceable area
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds, and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associate