Technician 1, Headend

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Job Summary

Responsible for installing, testing, operating, maintaining and repairing headend equipment. Periodically tests all equipment and the quality of signals Located in Pompano Beach, Florida, this position is responsible for installing, testing, operating, maintaining, and repairing headend equipment. Periodically tests all equipment and the quality of signals throughout the cable network. Maintains required logs, records and other documentation pertaining to headend operations. Installs innovative technology as projects and department goals require. Conducts quality control tests and measurements on new installations. This position is an overnight position working from 10:00 PM ET to 9:00 AM ET, 4-days 10-hour shifts. Preferred candidates with the knowledge and skills gained from working in telecommunications in the positions of: • Field Service and Installation Technician level 3 or 4 • Network Maintenance Field Technician level 4 or 5 • Headend Technician • Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) Technician

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Performs advanced headend maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure minimal system outages.
• Assists in the fault resolution of RF, IP, and Digital Video networks.
• Maintains an inventory of required parts for headend and OTN projects.
• Works within manufacturer's rated weight capacity for all equipment, including but not limited to ladders and aerial lifts.
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s), and overtime.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

• Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
• Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
• Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products, and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
• Win as a team - make important things happen by working together and being open to innovative ideas.
• Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs, and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
• Drive results and growth.
• Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
• Do what is right for each other, our customers, investors, and our communities.

Disclaimer:

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills:

Distributed Architectures; Technical Operations; Troubleshooting; Safety Awareness; Preventive Maintenance; Accountability

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. 

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Relevant Work Experience

0-2 Years