Technician, Customer and Network Facing

Cogeco • Belmont, NH

90d

About The Position

Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We are ‘Above And Beyonders’, who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers’ lives through connected and memorable experiences. As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX:CCA).

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in Core Technician skillsets.
• Valid state driver’s license and a good driving record within Company required standards.
• Certifications and licenses, as required by state and municipal laws.
• Successfully meet (and maintain) additional background check requirements for specialized projects/services.

Nice To Haves

• 3 years or more of work experience in a comparable field (e.g., related hands-on trade role) or a one-year certificate from college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one year of direct customer service experience.
• PC and Windows software skills.
• Spanish proficiency is desirable in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, disconnect, and troubleshoot television, high-speed internet, telephony, and automation systems for residential and business clients.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of the HFC and FTTH networks, including all associated equipment, in accordance with company engineering standards.
• Read and accurately interpret system/network design maps.
• Install and replace HFC physical plant network components such as coax, actives, passives, grounding systems, pedestals, riser guards, conduit, etc., according to technical specifications.
• Identify and repair upstream and downstream ingress.
• Complete end-of-line network testing to meet technical specifications.
• Regularly test all HFC network components using test equipment including: signal level meters, volt-ohm meters, leakage detector, Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR), and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR).
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot, and update records of standby power supplies according to technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic distribution problems associated with RF, AC, and DC elements of the forward and reverse plant.
• Restore system service outages.
• Perform CLI rideouts and monitor and repair signal leakages.
• Maintain tools and equipment inventory.
• Accurately complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain, secure, and stock assigned vehicle and equipment.
• Ensure productivity is being tracked through company applications (e.g., NRBY, WFX, Stratusync, iGlass).
• Work alongside Headend personnel to properly OTDR any damaged fiber.
• Properly assist on projects such as Remote Phy, 5-85 Mhz, Node activation, E2E testing on new properties, etc.
• Prepare for daily work assignments by requisitioning equipment and supplies from the warehouse and stocking the vehicle as needed.
• Maintain company truck and other equipment per service requirements and safety guidelines.
• Drive a company vehicle between office/home, warehouse, and work sites in a safe and courteous manner, and in accordance with all laws and company policies.
• Communicate with dispatch (via WFX, phone, etc.) for assistance, status on current installs, or new service requests.
• Consult with supervisor and other technicians for advice and assistance as needed.
• Interact with customers in a professional, courteous manner, including when responding to escalations and repeated customer concerns.
• Educate customers regarding their existing and new services and promote other company services.
• Comply with all safety procedures and policies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)
• Dental coverage
• Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)
• Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)
• Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
• Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) programs
• Comprehensive Flex Work Policy
• 401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5% of eligible contributions)
• Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan
• Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan
• Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Headspace Membership
• Betterhelp Membership
• Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED