Maintenance Tech

At Hiawatha Broadband Communications (HBC), we have the job for you! We have an immediate opening for a Maintenance Technician. This position is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair for all broadcast systems, equipment, facilities and software applications.  We are looking for someone who is energetic and willing to work hard and grow with our company.  If you are looking for a place to grow and a friendly working environment, then Hiawatha Broadband Communications is the place for you!

Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Winona, MN

Rate: $23.07 - $25.00 per hour

Full-Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Reporting to: Sr. Manager, Construction

Description

This position is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair for all broadcast systems, equipment, facilities and software applications.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Perform support and maintenance on the BB/CATV plant. 
• Troubleshoot system outages and individual customer issues as needed. 
• Provide support to all service techs. 
• Maintain company vehicle and keep properly stocked with appropriate supplies and equipment. 
• Power supply maintenance and trouble shooting 
• Maintain an appropriate and professional image of the company through appearance, demeanor, driving habits, and interactions with customers. 
• Follow all safety rules and comply with company policies and specifications. 
• Work duties are performed both inside and outside of maintained buildings and property. 

You will need to have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. 
• 5 years of broadband/CATV experience in telephony, fiber optics, microwave transmission, or related field 
• Valid driver’s license 
• System forward and return testing and balancing. 
• Knowledge and experience working with electronics, electrical, RF, and fiber optic equipment. 
• Able to communicate clearly and strong interpersonal skills. 
• Able to work independently and plan accordingly to complete daily assignments. 
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with all OSHA, FCC, NEC, and local ordinances. 
• Strong working knowledge of computers 

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and all times of day or night. 
• This position participates in an on-call schedule. 
•  Bend, stoop and crawl. 
•  Lift up to 75 pounds and to lift, position, and carry ladders. 
• Climb ladders, towers and/or utility poles and work in high places. 

Why Join HBC?

When you join HBC, you’ll be part of an award-winning company and team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Group health & dental insurance
• 401(k) program with company match
• Generous PTO program
• Company wellness program
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• And much more

We are committed to providing an environment that gives each employee the opportunity to nurture their gifts and achieve their potential. Our mission is to pass on to future generations—customers, employees, communities, and owners—an organization that is even stronger and better than it is today.

Schurz Communications and its subsidiaries’ strategic objectives:

• We will attract, invest in, communicate with, and retain top talent. 
• We will innovate, partner, experiment and create a better future together. 
• We strive to continuously improve operating performance to ensure sustained growth. 
• We will dynamically grow revenues by building and nurturing mutually beneficial and profitable customer relationships.