Maintenance Technician 3rd shift

Spectrum; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum is seeking a Maintenance Technician in the United States to keep our network connected by maintaining and repairing cables from hub sites to customer connection points. You will monitor signal integrity and report needed repairs, contributing to 24/7 service continuity.

The role is outdoor, physically demanding, and requires independence, strong English communication, and the ability to work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Cable experience of at least 1 year.
• Technical: Operate test equipment; basic electronics knowledge.
• Abilities: Read/write English; communicate clearly; work independently.
• Skills: Organization, prioritization, and self-management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair wires from hub sites to customer connection points.
• Monitor signal integrity and report required repairs.
• Provide 24/7 coverage to keep the network running.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Skills

English proficiency (read/write)

Independent work

Communication skills

Prioritization

Mathematics basics

Electronics basics

Operate test equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cable experience

Job description

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

Are you responsible and goal-driven? Are you independent and enjoy working outside? Does this sound like you? If so, thenMaintenance Technician may be the role for you.

BE A PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be playing a direct role in keeping our customers connected to our network. You will be maintaining and repairing the wires that provide all of our internet services from our hub sites to the connection points outside of the customer’s home. You will also monitor and report signal leakages and repairs as required. Your work will help maintain our network by providing 24/7 coverage, day and night.

WHAT OUR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS LOVE MOST

• The freedom of working independently
• No two days are the same, variety in work flow on a daily basis
• All work being done outside, no office work
• Physically and mentally challenging but rewarding work
• An open flow of communication between peer organizations

With the support of other maintenance technicians and peer organizations like Construction, you will be ensuring our network is working optimally. Whether it be in rain, sleet, or snow, your support and skills will be used to provide our customers with the best services possible.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience
• Experience: Cable experience of at least 1 year
• Technical Skills: Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment, knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics
• Abilities:
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward and professional manner
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to prioritize and organize effectively Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics
  • Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position
• Skills: Well-organized, independent, prioritization skills
• Schedule: On call in all weather conditions, hours will be dictated by business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) networks, RF, AC, DC, and customer premise network
• Experience in telecommunications installation/service
• Experience with Coax and/or fiber network installation and maintenance

TMN152 2026-80207 2026

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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. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you’ll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.

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