Telecommunications Technician

Lumen Technologies; Tillamook (OR); On-site; USD 21,559 - 49,345; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Job summary

A leading technology company in Tillamook, OR, seeks a Customer Service Technician. This full-time role involves the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-speed internet networks. Candidates must have a high school diploma and possess strong problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive pay range from $15.65 to $35.82 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate should be customer-oriented and able to work in varied outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle 28 ft extension ladders and manhole covers.
• Must successfully complete service tech boot camp training.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and maintenance of internet networks.
• Climb poles and dig up and bury cable.
• Observe safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We’re transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.

By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what’s next.

At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.

The Role

The Customer Service Technician will perform the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of high-speed internet networks including associated wiring and equipment. Additionally, maintaining and repairing outside plant facilities.

Location and Schedule

This is a full-time position located in Tillamook, OR. The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.

The Main Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-speed internet networks including associated wiring and equipment.
• Climbing poles, using a shovel and pick to dig up and bury cable; may be required to work in manholes or controlled environmental vaults. Locate buried telephone cables.
• Observing all safety rules and regulations. Assist other technical personnel in the performance of their duties when requested.
• Must convey a positive and professional appearance and demeanor when communicating the company’s products and services to customers.
• Actively support sales and marketing related activities, direct customer facing work and sales referrals.
• Accountability/dependability (on time and on load when scheduled and serve on call as needed).
• Teamwork (technical expertise developed to complete work efficiently to achieve work group key service measures).
• Active Listening (ability to take input from customers, supervisors and co-workers to problem solve and improve skills).
• Asking relevant questions to ensure problems are resolved quickly or to clarify information or directions.
• Active Learning (curious seeker of new information and actively works to improve skills and knowledge). All other duties as assigned.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or higher.
• Ability to distinguish colors on facilities.
• Ability to handle 28 ft extension ladders (up to 75 lbs. routine work) and manhole covers (up to 150 lbs.).
• Ability to successfully complete service tech boot camp training, POTS/DSL installation/repair, cable splicing/maintenance, basic transmissions, air pressure, and HSI installations.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (attics, crawl spaces, utility holes) and aloft (ladder).
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions. Ability to work varying shifts and hours including days/nights, weekends, and holidays, and possible mandatory overtime.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a customer facing telecom operations technician.
• Basic electricity training/certification or equivalent work experience.
• ADSL installation/repair experience (self/full installs).
• A+/Net+ Certified.

Compensation

Pay Ranges

Minimum hourly rate: $15.65

Maximum hourly rate: $35.82

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Learn more about Lumen’s:

Supplemental Pay (see Customer SVC Tech)

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If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. Depending upon the applicable collective bargaining agreement under which you may be hired, you may be: (a) required to join the union and pay union dues as a condition of employment; or, (b) required to pay union dues, but not join the union as a condition of employment; or (c) free to chose whether or not to join the union, but if you do join the union you would be obligated to pay union dues.

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