Technical Support Specialist

1 week ago


Ville Platte, Louisiana, United States BrightSpeed Full time


At Brightspeed, we are redefining the way individuals connect, work, and engage by delivering fast and dependable internet services along with an exceptional customer experience across numerous states in the Midwest and South.

Supported by investments from Apollo Global Management, our mission is to expedite the transition from copper to fiber optic technologies, providing quicker and more reliable internet access to many rural areas that have historically been overlooked by broadband providers, all while ensuring a top-tier customer experience.

Join our team in making this vision a reality by contributing to the design and construction of a premier fiber network and fostering an unparalleled customer experience.

Brightspeed is seeking a Technical Support Specialist to become a part of our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, upkeep, and troubleshooting of high-speed internet, video, and voice networks, along with the associated wiring and equipment.

Your duties will also encompass the maintenance and repair of outside plant facilities within designated service areas. This critical position may require you to work various shifts, including mandatory overtime, weekends, and holidays.
As a Technical Support Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
• Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting high-speed internet, video, and voice networks, including associated wiring and equipment
• Conducting maintenance and repairs on outside plant facilities
• Climbing poles, utilizing tools to dig and bury cables, working in utility access holes or controlled environmental vaults (CEV), and locating buried telephone lines
• Adhering to all safety regulations and protocols
• Assisting other technical staff in their duties when requested
• Actively supporting sales and marketing initiatives
• Managing customer-facing tasks and sales referrals

Qualifications: WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
• High School diploma or equivalent experience
• Ability to distinguish colors on facilities
• Capability to handle 28-foot extension ladders (up to 75 lbs. routine work) and utility access hole covers (up to 150 lbs.)
• Successful completion of service technician training, including POTS/DSL installation/repair, cable splicing/maintenance, basic transmissions, air pressure, and HSI installations (self and full)
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications
• Ability to work in confined spaces (e.g., attics, crawl spaces, utility holes)
• Ability to work at heights (e.g., ladder)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and at various times of the day/night
• A valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
• Professional appearance and demeanor when representing the company's products and services to customers
• Dependability and accountability (punctual and reliable when scheduled and available for on-call duties)
• Team collaboration (technical skills developed to efficiently complete work and achieve team service goals)
• Active Listening (ability to gather input from customers, peers, and supervisors to resolve issues and enhance skills)
• Inquisitive nature (seeking additional information and striving to improve skills and knowledge)

ADDITIONAL PREFERENCES:
• Previous experience in customer-facing telecom operations
• Basic electricity training/certification or documented equivalent work experience
• Experience with ADSL installation/repair (self/full installs)
• A+/Net + Certification Required Soft Skills
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Additional Information: WHY JOIN US?
We embrace modern working practices.

Recognized as a Top Workplace, Brightspeed values hiring talent from the local area to foster a vibrant environment for our hybrid workforce.

At Brightspeed, we offer roles that can be remote, hybrid, office, or field-based, depending on the position and business needs.

We also invest in technology that keeps our entire team connected, as we believe in finding the best talent for the job, regardless of location.
We provide competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our commitment to promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional, and financial health.

Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match, and a variety of voluntary benefits.

We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, as we believe in bringing our authentic selves to work, which enhances our collective effectiveness. A diverse team empowers us to advocate for accessible, inclusive, and high-quality internet services, promoting equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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