Field Install & Service Tech - Entry Level

Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advance network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.

About the Role:

Windstream’s team of Field Install and Service Technicians are vital team members who represent our leading telecommunications brand that connects homeowners, small business, enterprise and carrier partners across the United States. Our team of Field Install and Service Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value. By providing technical expertise and customer support, our Field Install and Service Technicians create meaningful connections with customers that create long-term relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Recommend products and services to resolve the communications needs of customers.
• Work in both buried and aerial plant requiring pole climbing and ladder skills.
• Complete necessary safety training and follow safety standards and regulations.
• You will report to the Manager of Local Operations
• Safely operate and maintain clean and organized company service vehicle.
• Work in both inside and outside environments.
• No Experience needed - Windstream’s training program will teach you how to install and repair residential and business communications services including telephone, internet, and video.
• Learn to work with tools and test equipment to provide service of multiple different technologies and network designs.

Do You Have?

• Basic technology and math skills
• Ability to successfully complete required safety training.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Ability to respond to after hour callouts.
• Ability to use equipment with maximum load capacity of 275lbs.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and capable of working aloft.
• Ability to distinguish colors in use of color-coded cable.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent
• Ability to work assigned schedules and extended hours including day, evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Our Benefits:

• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• General Annual Increases
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• Identify Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Educational Assistance Plan

Windstream DEI&B Statement:

Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and the inclusive, equitable culture we are building fosters belonging and empowers each one of us to create amazing customer experiences.

Our Employee Resource Groups:

• WARG – Ability Resource Group
• LaFamilia –Hispanic Resource Group
• WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
• WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
• WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
• WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group

About Us:

Windstream is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S. Windstream offers bundled services, including broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers. The company also provides data, cloud solutions, unified communications and managed services to business and enterprise clients. The company supplies core transport solutions on a local and long-haul fiber-optic network spanning approximately 150,000 miles.

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Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: High School Graduate or GED Equivalent required.

• This is a safety sensitive position.

EEO Statement: Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.