Installation Technician ($20 PH starting)

SPECTRUM; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free internet

Discounted TV services

Certification opportunities

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking Field Technicians to join our outdoor service teams. You’ll travel to customer sites, use hand tools and computers to diagnose and repair, and build lasting relationships with customers. Starting pay is $20.50/hour with a self-progression plan that increases pay through levels and course work. A long and rewarding career with Spectrum awaits.

Other benefits include training, certification opportunities, and a path into leadership roles as you grow with the company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Willingness to travel to customer premises and company sites.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficiency with computers and using software applications; comfortable with tools.
• Valid driver’s license with safe record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work outdoors in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work outdoors using hand tools to service customers.
• Travel to multiple customer sites as needed.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on site.
• Build relationships with customers and teammates.
• Engage in Spectrum’s self-progression program for career growth.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Responsibility

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

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.

• free and discounted internet, TV, and mobile

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 at Spectrum. 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 course work. 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’ll receive support to build your confidence and skills to solve complex technical issues. Plus, maximize your potential with on the job training, career self-progression, 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 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.

Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they're building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well‑being at every stage of life.

A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

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