Field Services Technician

We are excited to add this position to our growing team! LiveOak Fiber employees enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as bonus potential. At LiveOak Fiber, you will be part of a team that values your ideas, contributions, and career growth. Our offices are located just minutes from the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida and the gorgeous Golden Isles of Georgia. The following is an overview of the role and what we are looking for in a successful candidate. Position Overview & Purpose

The Field Services Technician will be the face of LiveOak Fiber to each of our customers as you install and maintain their new service. This role is key to our success in the market, and we are seeking the very best to staff these positions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Installs and repairs Active and Passive Optical Network systems in compliance with company technical standards from consumer service to exterior drop location.

Install interior wiring

Connect peripheral equipment

Train customers on proper use of equipment

Understand/apply FCC and NESC technical standards

Maintain professional appearance and behavior at all times

Maintain excellent attendance

Responsible for motor vehicle per company policy including equipment & tool inventory, vehicle security and vehicle maintenance

Performs network troubleshooting including ping test, trace routes and speed test

Other duties as assigned - which may include training other employees

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong oral and written communications skills

Some working knowledge of Fiber based Field Operations

Process oriented, automation forward thinker

Basic Qualifications & Competencies

Able to interact with customers to present technical information to a non-technical audience

Able to work independently

Able to accurately measure distances using tapes and other measuring devices

Able to accurately maintain records, logs, reports, work orders, etc.

Able to handle escalations and time-critical issues

Able to read street maps

Able to work flexible hours as required, including evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts

Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record

Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies

• 2 years’ experience as a field service technician

• Electrical or industry certifications

• You LOVE field services

• Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Walking- up to 40%

• Standing- up to 35%

• Reaching- up to 55%

• Lifting and/or bending- up to 55%

• Work environment- indoors and outdoors

• Able to lift 50 pounds

• Travel: up to 10%