Technician, Customer and Network Facing

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market : agile and dedicated.

Job Description

Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We are 'Above And Beyonders', who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers' lives through connected and memorable experiences.

As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX : CCA).

Why Work At Breezeline?

As one of the country's fast-growing Internet service providers, Breezeline offers our colleagues a vibrant workplace culture and excellent career opportunities. As a proudly diverse and inclusive organization, we believe that every person's unique individuality should be welcomed and celebrated, and their abilities and potential should be honored and recognized.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, disconnect, and troubleshoot television, high-speed internet, telephony, and automation systems for residential and business clients.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repair of the HFC and FTTH networks, including all associated equipment, in accordance with company engineering standards.
• Read and accurately interpret system / network design maps.
• Install and replace HFC physical plant network components such as coax, actives, passives, grounding systems, pedestals, riser guards, conduit, etc., according to technical specifications.
• Identify and repair upstream and downstream ingress.
• Complete end-of-line network testing to meet technical specifications.
• Regularly test all HFC network components using test equipment including : signal level meters, volt-ohm meters, leakage detector, Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR), and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR).
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot, and update records of standby power supplies according to technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic distribution problems associated with RF, AC, and DC elements of the forward and reverse plant.
• Restore system service outages.
• Perform CLI rideouts and monitor and repair signal leakages.
• Maintain tools and equipment inventory.
• Accurately complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain, secure, and stock assigned vehicle and equipment.
• Ensure productivity is being tracked through company applications (e.g., NRBY, WFX, Stratusync, iGlass).
• Work alongside Headend personnel to properly OTDR any damaged fiber.
• Properly assist on projects such as Remote Phy, 5-85 Mhz, Node activation, E2E testing on new properties, etc.
• Prepare for daily work assignments by requisitioning equipment and supplies from the warehouse and stocking the vehicle as needed.
• Maintain company truck and other equipment per service requirements and safety guidelines.
• Drive a company vehicle between office / home, warehouse, and work sites in a safe and courteous manner, and in accordance with all laws and company policies.
• Communicate with dispatch (via WFX, phone, etc.) for assistance, status on current installs, or new service requests.
• Consult with supervisor and other technicians for advice and assistance as needed.
• Interact with customers in a professional, courteous manner, including when responding to escalations and repeated customer concerns.
• Educate customers regarding their existing and new services and promote other company services.
• Comply with all safety procedures and policies.

Competencies

Qualifications

Minimum

Preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we're doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com

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