Cable Installation Technician | Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Cable Installation Technician in Chicago, IL

Position type:

• 1099 Contract.

Please, note:

• This position requires a background check and a drug test.
• This position requires SSN and a valid DL.

What We Offer:

• Paid training to help you get started;
• Weekly payments via direct deposit (initial 3-week payment hold);
• Competitive, production-based compensation depending on experience and completed work volume;
• Opportunities to join our traveling technician crews, with per diem available for qualifying extended assignments;
• Performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth;
• Sign-on bonus - $500
• Referral bonuses for recommending qualified technicians - $1000-$2000

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience with coaxial cable installation;
• Solid understanding of cable installation procedures, signal testing, equipment activation, and customer premises setup;
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs., climb ladders, and work in attics, basements, crawl spaces, and other confined areas;
• Must have your own professional installation tools and smartphone that meet the company's required equipment checklist;
• A white minivan or pickup truck equipped with a ladder rack is preferred but not required. Vehicle and ladder leasing options may be available through our partner companies;
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills;
• Reliable, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently;
• Ability to follow established safety procedures, installation guidelines, and quality standards;
• English proficiency (B2 level or higher) is required to communicate effectively with customers, dispatch teams, and supervisors, and to follow safety instructions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, activate, and troubleshoot residential cable and high-speed internet services;
• Perform signal testing, verify service levels, and conduct quality assurance checks;
• Install, route, and secure coaxial cable inside and outside customer premises;
• Complete installations in accordance with company procedures, service provider specifications, and quality standards;
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues while ensuring a positive customer experience;
• Accurately submit work orders, installation photos, service documentation, and job completion reports through designated company systems;
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and professional work environment.

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