Field Connection Specialist II
Field Connection Specialist II
Marshalltown Iowa
Job Type - Full-time
Description
ImOn Communications has been the LOCAL choice for high-speed Internet, cable TV, and phone in Eastern Iowa since 2007. Since then, we have expanded our network to provide fiber Internet services to more than a dozen communities in Iowa and beyond! As we grow our network, we are looking for a Field Connection Speciaist II to join our team.
At ImOn, you will be part of a workplace that values relationships with colleagues, customers, and our community. Our culture is focused on fostering a fun and rewarding work environment where you'll help our team create connections, one person at a time.
The Field Connection Specials II installs, operates, inspects, maintains, and services digital, cable, high speed data and digital phone equipment. In addition, they will communicate with customers on-site, encouraging them to upgrade equipment or service packages.
Essential duties and responsibilities include
but are not limited to:
*Set-up service for customers, installing, connecting, or adjusting equipment.
*Test equipment to ensure proper functioning.
* Travel to customers' premises to install, maintain, or repair electronic reception equipment or accessories.
* Measure signal strength at utility pole or customer premises, using electrical test equipment.
* Inspect or test lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results, to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
* Access specific areas to string lines or install terminal boxes, auxiliary equipment, by climbing ladders or entering crawl spaces.
* Explain cable service to subscribers after installation and collect any installation dues that are due.
Requirements
We are looking for people with:
* At least 2 years of experience in install/service in telecommunications or similar industry.
* High-school diploma or equivalent GED or work experience
* Must have a valid state issued Driver's License.
* Ability to run full route of service (scheduled and unscheduled routes)
*Understanding of Multiple Dwelling Units (MDU's)
*Good Communication Skills: Job Requires effective communication with customers and coworkers.
* Social Orientation: Job requires being personally connected to customers, colleagues, and communities we serve.
*Leadership: Job requires creativity and willingness to lead, take charge and offer opinions and direction.
*Attention to Detail: Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
It is a plus if you have:
* NCTI or SCTE certification
* Advance knowledge on signal meters and light meters (MER/BER, OFDM, Packet loss/Throughput)
At ImOn, we'll hook you up. We offer our employees a full benefit package to iclude:
* A 401k plan with up to a 4% company match.
*Insurance Benefits that include multiple health insurance plans to choose from, Dental insurance, free Vision insurance and Life/Disability insurance.
*A robust wellness program that offers annual health screenings as well as fitness incentives.
* Work/Life balance that includes several different types of paid time off such as paid holidays, vacation time, personal time, volunteer time off as well as parental leave and bereavement leave.
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