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Installation Technician

DIRECTV

Cedar Rapids, IAFull-time$12.8–30.5/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$12.8–30.5/hr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid State Driver's License

Job overview

DIRECTV is hiring an Installation Technician. The Installation Technician at DIRECTV connects customers to the latest technology and world-class services. This role involves installing and repairing equipment, educating customers on service features, and promoting DIRECTV as a premier service provider. The technician will work independently, showcasing customer experience expertise and representing the company's brand.

Key focus areas include Install and service customer satellite equipment at heights on ladders and raised surfaces., Educate customers on the features and functionality of services., and Verify all services are working and demonstrate, sell, and bill video service..

Successful candidates bring Valid State Driver's License Or Commercial Or Chauffeur’s License, Satisfactory Driving Record Check, and Willing To Work Day Evening Or Night Tours Overtime Emergency Call-Outs Weekends And Holidays. Important skills include Customer Service, Educate Customers, Promote DIRECTV, Install Equipment, Repair Equipment, and Work At Heights. Preferred (not required): Drive Manual Gear Shift Vehicle.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceEducate CustomersPromote DIRECTVInstall EquipmentRepair EquipmentWork at HeightsUse Company PCWork OutdoorsFollow Safety PracticesDrive Company VehicleDrive Manual Gear Shift Vehicle

Qualifications

Valid State Driver's LicenseSatisfactory Driving Record CheckWilling to Work Day, Evening or Night ToursWilling to Work OvertimeWilling to Work Emergency Call-OutsWilling to Work WeekendsWilling to Work HolidaysAble to Stand for Long PeriodsSatisfactory Premise Technician Assessment Technical ResultsSatisfactory Physical Abilities EvaluationAble to Lift Up to 80 PoundsBody Weight Not Exceed 275 Pounds for Ladder Climbing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Positions available for Burlington and Dubuque, Iowa service areas.

When you join DIRECTV, you’ll be a part of a team that’s supporting our customers from the front lines. Whether it’s connecting them to the latest technology or getting them plugged into our world-class services, your work will create connections and support our mission of taking entertainment to the next level. It’s an opportunity to showcase your customer experience expertise and represent our company as the face of our brand. So, if you’re up for delivering the future, we’re up for providing you with a bundle of opportunities for success.

You’ll gain an amazing benefits package with medical/dental coverage, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. Rounding out these benefits and perks, employees can choose one of the services below at a free or discounted rate:

  • Free DIRECTV Premier Package with free installation (this includes free HBO Max, Cinemax, Showtime & Starz)

  • Free DIRECTV STREAM Premier Package (this includes HBO Max, Epix, Starz NBA League Pass,) and unlimited cloud DVR

  • 25% off AT&T Cell Phone Service

As an Installation Technician, you’ll work inside or out to install and repair equipment as you take the lead on providing our voice, data and video services. You’ll need to be able to work independently, but most importantly, you’ll need to have excellent customer service skills as you’ll educate customers on the features and functionality of our services. We’ll look to you to promote DIRECTV as a premier service provider while you provide best-in-class customer service during installations.

What you’ll do:

  • Working at heights on ladders and raised surfaces to install and service customer satellite equipment.

  • Educate customers on the features and functionality of the services.

  • Verify all services are working and demonstrate, sell and bill video service while engaging with customers.

  • Perform work in buildings, attics, basements, and crawl spaces that involves bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, etc.

  • Use a company PC to retrieve and complete orders.

  • Work outside in all types of weather while using and/or wearing appropriate safety equipment and following established safety practices and procedures.

  • Drive a company vehicle and/or report directly to work location.

The base wage range for this full-time position is $12.80 - $30.50 per hour + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. Our wage ranges are determined by role and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum hourly wage for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific wage range for your location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in job postings reflect the base hourly rate of pay only, and do not include bonus (if applicable), or benefits - when you consider all of these together, it represents a pretty impressive total compensation package.

Here's what you'll need:

  • A valid state driver's license, commercial license, or chauffeur’s license, whichever is applicable, appropriate to weight and size of vehicle driven, dependent on state and federal licensing requirements.

  • Complete a satisfactory driving record check.

  • Must be willing to work day, evening or night tours; overtime, emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required.

  • May require travel for out-of-area work which may include overnight travel.

  • May require drug testing as mandated by state and federal requirements.

  • May require a security check.

  • May require ability to drive vehicle with manual gear shift.

  • May require working outside in all kinds of weather.

  • May require working in an environment that is not heated or air conditioned.

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Must have Satisfactory results from the Premise Technician Assessment Technical.

You will also need to meet our Physical Requirements:

  • Complete a satisfactory Physical Abilities Evaluation (PAE) – Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.

  • To meet manufacturer's safety requirements on equipment used, candidate's body weight must not exceed 275 pounds for assignments involving ladder climbing

  • Must be able to perform work involving a lot of kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling or other uncomfortable positions.

At DIRECTV, meeting our customers’ needs plays an important role in our success – but your ability to provide them with best-in-class service is even more critical. We’re offering an opportunity to work at the frontlines of our company, connecting customers in your community with the best in tech and entertainment. Whether it’s upgrading services or installing our products, your impacts will be felt by customers far and wide. There’s no better time to join our team. So, what do you say? Are you ready to deliver the future of entertainment?

DIRECTV will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state, & local laws

DIRECTV employees are expected to always be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and harassment of any kind (including sexual harassment) will not be tolerated. We remain steadfast in our belief for diversity, equity, and inclusion; therefore, we encourage success based on individual merit and ability without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. DIRECTV celebrates and is enriched by our differences; therefore we fully consider all qualified applicants including, those with a criminal history.

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