Lead Broadband Field Technician

Vyve Broadband; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Telemedicine

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Vyve Broadband is seeking a Broadband Network Technician (BT IV-V) to lead, maintain, and optimize the HFC network across neighborhoods. You will diagnose advanced issues, mentor junior techs, and ensure timely restoration of services while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Your role includes field diagnostics, documentation, and training to grow within a dynamic team that values expertise and proactive maintenance.

Qualifications

• BT IV certification or equivalent
• 6+ months as Broadband Technician III or equivalent field network experience
• Ability to splice coax and fiber optic cable
• Proficiency with signal meters, spectrum analyzers, OTDRs, volt-ohm meters, and leak detectors
• Strong understanding of HFC and IP networks
• Experience reading and interpreting system maps and schematics
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather, on ladders, in confined spaces, and during on-call rotations

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of the hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) network, including RF, AC, DC, and optical systems.
• Optimize network performance through node balancing, alignment, and signal calibration.
• Monitor and mitigate signal leakage; ensure full compliance with FCC and local regulations.
• Maintain documentation and perform scheduled maintenance on standby power supplies.
• Lead or mentor lower-tier technicians (BT I–III) on field best practices and customer service.
• Support outage restoration efforts with clear communications to teams and dispatch.
• Maintain and safely operate a company vehicle and equipment.
• Record and submit job logs and documentation using mobile devices or work order systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership

System maps & schematics

Outdoor work

On-call rotations

Education

BT IV certification or equivalent

6+ months Broadband Technician III experience

Tools

Signal meters

Spectrum analyzers

OTDRs

Volt-OHM meters

Leak detectors

Coax/fiber splice

Job description

Vyve Broadband is seeking a Broadband Network Technician (BT IV-V) to lead, maintain, and optimize the HFC network across neighborhoods. You will diagnose advanced issues, mentor junior techs, and ensure timely restoration of services while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Your role includes field diagnostics, documentation, and training to grow within a dynamic team that values expertise and proactive maintenance.