FIBER AND CABLE INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN - LAURENS, SC

Fiber And Cable Installation Technician - Laurens, SCThe Fiber & Cable Installation Technician duties include commercial & residential installations of cable and internet. This position will also include but not be limited to disconnects, reconnects, service upgrades and downgrades, for residential single family, multi-family and/or multi-dwelling units. No prior industry experience necessary.Primary Responsibilities:Install, repair, or disconnect cable and fiber systems in homes (indoor/outdoor).Test connections and fix service issues when needed.Perform routine maintenance and respond to outages.Keep simple records of work completed and equipment used.Provide friendly, professional support during customer visits.Follow all safety guidelines while working on ladders, poles, and roofs.Travel locally each day to different service locations.Other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:High school diploma or G.E.D.Valid driver's licenseAbility to pass required drug and background screeningExperience (preferred, not required):Work responsibly with live utilities.Use hand tools or power tools to connect customer equipment.Listen to and implement directionsAble to work independently and manage daily tasks.Knowledge of:Highway traffic control standardsOperation and maintenance of all equipmentHealth and safety regulations, practices and proceduresTechnical Skills:Identify and use the tools required for installing and connecting equipmentDiagnose and/or relay any problems to a certified repair technicianAccurately sketch and record field notes and computations field as-builtsPerform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as requiredBasic understanding of IP networks and common home networking devices.Soft Skills:Excellent interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to read, comprehend and carry out instructionsEffective listening, interacting and writing skillsAbility to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentPhysical Requirements:Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 70-80 pounds including body weight, equipment, tools and boxesMust be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfacesWork safely on ladders, poles, and roofs.Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather and in the near proximity to vehicular trafficMay be required to work long or unpredictable hoursWork Environment:Exposure to varying temperatures and weather as work is both inside and outside.Noise levels are moderate to heavy.Varying degrees of light as work may begin early morning and continue in the evenings and overnight.GTS is based in Canton, GA with operations nationally. We provide planning, engineering, construction and support services for a broad range of network infrastructure.