Field Technician - St Cloud, MN

Responsibilities

• Conduct accurate and comprehensive technical evaluations of commercial properties for service feasibility, providing an assessment of internal costs.
• Install, manage service installations and disconnections, and repair network issues for both residential and business customers.
• Troubleshoot and repair services from the tap to Customer Premise Equipment (CPE), resolve signal leakage issues, and ensure optimal signal levels and picture quality on all television sets.
• Act as a proactive liaison between Field Operations and Business Services to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Promote Midco’s services and educate customers on their proper use, including adding additional services, accessing online help, understanding channel lineups, and using equipment correctly.
• Offer technical support and guidance to key internal stakeholders, particularly regarding network extensions and bury drop requirements.
• Mentor and train other team members as required, and cross-train on additional services to meet customer demand.
• Maintain a clean environment by clearing all debris and materials upon completion of service request.
• Perform on-call duties as required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Midco’s safety program by enforcing safety rules and procedures, wearing appropriate safety apparel (e.g., hard hats, safety vests, OSA-approved boots), and operating all equipment safely.
• Operate and drive a company vehicle in compliance with all Midco policies and procedures, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure regular maintenance and repairs are conducted as scheduled to uphold a professional image.
• Model Midco’s mission, vision, values, ethos, and Leadership Success Drivers, and inspire others to do the same.
• Ensure customer privacy by adhering to Midco’s privacy guidelines while actively following Midco policies and procedures.
• Maintain reliable and predictable attendance as required by the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• A DUI conviction within the past five years will result in disqualification from employment in this position.
• Complete Midco First Time Right (FTR) certification within 90 days of hire and consistently apply principles in all aspects of work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-facing environment is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Be able to safely use a ladder rated for a maximum load of 375 lbs., including the combined weight of the individual, fall protection equipment, and any tools being carried.
• Must lift and carry loads up to 80 lbs. and separately handle a 75 lbs. ladder.
• Must be able to climb poles, ladders, bucket trucks, and other structures with proper fall protection equipment, adhering to the manufacturer's capacity for all equipment.
• Must be able to work from elevated heights (bucket trucks, aerial lifts) and in tight spaces such as attics and crawlspaces.

Work Environment

• In-person visits to a customer’s home or place of business are common.
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation and vibration.
• May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per week and outside normal business hours, such as holidays, evenings, and weekends, as business demands.
• Must be prepared to travel on short notice and work extended, flexible hours.