TAK Communications, Inc., a leading multi-state cable television installation firm, is seeking a full-time Cable TV Installer Technician in Janesville, WI. Experience is preferred but we will train the right person who is willing to learn for this position.
Our Technicians install Cable TV, Internet and Phone services to residential customers. This is a production pay position- with an average hourly rate of $14+ per hour plus overtime!
Most importantly, we are seeking someone who genuinely loves helping other people, possesses a great attitude and is extremely dependable. Come join a company that values people – our employees, our clients and all residential customers for whom we provide work!
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Why Choose TAK Communications? TAK offers great benefits including:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Sick Pay & Vacation Pay
- Life, Accident, Short Term Disability Insurance and 401k
- Competitive Hourly Wage
- Company Vehicle, Tools and Test Equipment
- Great Management Opportunities
- Paid Training
- Paid weekly
- Company issued phone
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are looking for people with great customer service skills to install Cable TV, Internet and Phone services to residential customers while providing high-quality service with a helpful, professional attitude.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Climb 25-ft poles utilizing 28ft extension ladder
- Climb a ladder up to 8 times a day or more
- Lift up to 80lbs continually
- Access and climb in attics/trusses
- Enter confined spaces while bending, twisting, and reaching
- Work while standing for 70 to 80 percent of the day
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Drive Company vehicles responsibly and safely
- Complete assigned work to code in its entirety by understanding work orders and having the proper customer premise equipment (CPE) needed to complete assigned work
- Ensure equipment (hand tools, cell phones, cordless drills and meter) is in working order and have fully charged batteries
- Properly track working time and never conduct off the clock work
- Perform work in a safe manor, following all OSHA and company guidelines
- Communicate and present technical information to non-technical audience in a friendly professional manor at all times
- Keep assigned company vehicle interior and exterior clean and organized at all times
- Report any vehicle performance or maintenance concerns to Supervisor/Manager immediately
- Pick up jobs when needed as instructed by TAK Dispatch and/or Supervisor/Manager
PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:
- Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to handle various tasks simultaneously, organize, prioritize, make decisions and work efficiently and effectively under deadlines required
- Must have basic mechanical aptitude
- Ability to learn quickly and apply that knowledge
- Adaptability and being able to work individually and in a team environment
- Willing to travel
- Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR screen
- Ability to pass background and drug screen
- Must be able to pass pre-employment background screen and drug test
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics during extreme heat
• Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, cleaning solutions
• Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night
• Work performed near power lines and electricity
• Work and travel in inclement weather
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations of the equipment
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
• Ability to carry, climb, operate and work upon an extension ladder, (approximately 28 ft high and 75 pounds)• Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations of the equipment
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices
• Ability to carry, climb, operate and work upon an extension ladder, (approximately 28 ft high and 75 pounds)
• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires
• Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting
• Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position
• Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles and roofs in addition to an extension ladder)
• Ability to use hand tools in the manner for which they were intended including electric drills, hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers
• Ability to safely walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment including ladders and fully loaded tool belts
• Ability to work while standing 50 to 70% of the time
• Ability to work with small components and wire to make cable connections
TAK Communications, Inc. strives to hire, recruit and promote associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status.
TAK is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.
TAK Communications will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.