Field Technician Starlink/Dish Network

About Us

Southern Star is the driving fulfillment force behind award‑winning DISH TV, cutting‑edge Starlink Satellite Internet, and innovative home entertainment and security products. As a Southern Star technician you are a technology ambassador, enhancing the way customers interact with technology.

Compensation

• Base pay rate of $17.00 per hour, increasing by $0.50 after sixty days of employment.
• Guaranteed hourly rate of $20.00 per hour upon completion of training (first 9 months). If post‑training base pay plus bonuses and commissions do not reach $20/hr, pay will be increased.
• Trained and Active Bonus of $750.00 (half paid at ~60 days, the remainder at ~6 months).
• Commission and performance incentives that can raise earnings well beyond the base rate.
• First‑year earning potential: $50,000 – $60,000 or more.
• Experienced technicians can earn $60,000 – $85,000+ annually.

Schedule

• Work 5 days a week, including holidays.
• Designated days off each week are Sunday and Monday.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off.
• Company‑paid $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Company vehicle provided upon completion of training.
• Monthly device stipend for using your own smartphone.
• Employee discounts through LifeMart, including home mortgage lender savings.

Training and Growth

• Paid, comprehensive training to ensure success.
• Continuous support to help achieve career goals.

Role Requirements

• Strong technical knowledge; ability to scale ladders up to 38 ft and navigate crawl spaces.
• Willingness to travel up to 20 % of the time (lodging and per diem covered by SSI).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to successfully upsell products and services while installing DISH systems.
• Effective time‑management skills.
• Clear background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record.