Service Technician

Hotwire Communications; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Hotwire Communications in Savannah, GA is seeking a Service Technician to perform quality installation practices, including upgrades, disconnects, and troubleshooting of IP and RF based video, voice, and internet services.

The role requires fiber optic experience, ability to configure routers and Wi‑Fi, install CAT5/CAT6 cabling, and handle on-call shifts. A high school diploma plus related certifications are preferred; benefits include 401K and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience installing, testing and troubleshooting cable, phone and internet.
• Fiber optic cabling experience required.
• Proficiency with small hand tools and larger power tools.
• Valid state driver’s license in the hiring state with no restrictions.
• Able to work on ladders and at heights.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Cisco CCT/CCENT and Microsoft MCSA certifications recommended.
• Willingness to work days, weekends, evenings and holidays and participate in on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconnects, disconnects, and service changes following company procedures and safety rules.
• Troubleshoot fiber with 1310/1490/1550 nm wavelengths.
• Configure routers, access points, bridges, and Wi‑Fi.
• Resolve IP and LAN issues for customer premises.
• Install CAT5/CAT6 drop wiring and connectors.
• Test and tone drop wires from equipment room to end user location.
• Identify fiber connectors and color codes.
• Assist customers with PC configurations for internet operation.
• Work on on-call rotation and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Cable & drop wiring

IP networking

Wi-Fi configuration

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in Internet Technologies or Engineering

Cisco Certifications (CCT/CCENT)

Microsoft Certifications (MCSA)

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

The Service Technician is responsible for quality installation practices including upgrades, disconnects and troubleshooting of all existing services including IP and RF based video, voice and internet, DISH and DIRECTV.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform reconnects, requested and non-pay disconnects, and changes of service, while adhering to: company procedures and safe work practices in order to provide (or remove) services.
• Routinely perform fiber optic troubleshooting with 1310, 1490 and 1550 nm wavelengths.
• Administer router, access point, Bridge and Wi-Fi processes.
• Perform troubleshooting and solution methodologies for IP and LAN.
• Install all types of CAT5/CAT6 drop wire.
• Install connectors on CAT5/CAT6 drop wire.
• Troubleshoot IP issues from any telecommunications demark to customer premise equipment.
• Successfully install all ancillary equipment provided to subscribers.
• Identify fiber connectors and color code.
• Configure customer PCs for successful internet operation.
• Test and tone all drop wires from equipment room to end user location.
• Work on an on-call schedule rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must have minimum of 5 years’ experience installing, testing and troubleshooting cable, phone and internet
• Must have Fiber Optic Cabling experience
• Proficiency using small hand tools and larger power tools
• Must have active and clean, non-restrictive, state issued driver’s license in State where hired.
• Must be comfortable working on a ladder and all heights
• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree in Internet Technologies or Engineering is preferred
• Cisco Certifications, CCT or CCENT entry level certificates and Microsoft Certifications, MCSA for Office
• Ability to work days, weekends, evenings and holidays and participate with on-call rotation as needed

BENEFITS:

We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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