Kinetic is a premier internet solutions provider on a mission to deliver ultra-fast, reliable internet to consumers and small businesses across the U.S., helping them Internet better™.
- As part of the Kinetic family, you’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV services, all delivered through our enhanced fiber network.
- Join us in revolutionizing how people connect and communicate. Your work will directly contribute to making Kinetic the most helpful internet service provider, ensuring our customers Internet better™ every day.
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About the Role:
The Specialist II CPE Technician position exists within Kinetic’s Service Delivery organization and is primarily focused on supporting new network service installation as well as the ongoing support of established customers in the repair cycles. In this role, the Technician is responsible for providing a high level of internal customer service and real-time support. This position acts as an internal escalation point for internal customer needs as well as providing technical documentation and training as required. This position will also perform quality assurance analysis and participates in special projects as required. In managing the aforementioned processes, the Technician is also responsible to first maintain a high level of professionalism in any outbound communication and ensure necessary records and order updates are maintained in the Kinetic back-office systems.
What You’ll Do:
Candidate must have strong communication skills and be able to articulate himself or herself well in writing and orally.
Understand different cabling types and pin outs to determine cables needed (Cross over versus straight through, Coax versus CAT5/CAT6, Ethernet pin outs versus T1, etc…)
Knowledge of shipping and logistical procedures.
- Must be able to interact effectively with internal departments and customers to quickly resolve installation and fulfillment issues.
- Work schedule flexibility, weekend and off hours support as required.
- Ability to lift and move packages up 50lbs throughout the day.
- Must be back up to Manager when needs arise
- Must be able to handle escalations and join conference calls when required.
- Must be able to identify inventory levels and engage Warehouse Workers and Management.
- Must be able to configure any type of equipment that we offer to our customers
- Candidate should be able to coach employees on issues or errors that occur on equipment and train on all new devices.
Do You Have?
- Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced and demanding customer environment.
- Candidate should maintain exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with all primary Microsoft Office and related software applications.
Even Better:
- Willingness to assume ownership and responsibility and seeing problems through to the end and keeping all necessary parties informed throughout the process.
- Be a quick learner and possess a strong sense of self-motivation
- Proven ability to work in a fast paced, time critical environment.
Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting and Stationary: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33% |Lifting-Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% >15-30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66%
Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% |Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
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Our Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- 401K Plan
- Health & Flexible Savings Account
- Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
- Educational Assistance Plan
- Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
- https://windstreambenefits.com
Windstream CIB Statement:
Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.
Our Employee Resource Groups:
- WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
- WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
- WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
- WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
- WARG – Ability Resource Group
- LaFamilia –Hispanic Resource Group
- AAPI - Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Group
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.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email
CORP.HRlegal@windstream.com as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements. '
