Experienced Coaxial Technician (Coax Splicer) – Salt Lake City, UT

NOW HIRING : Coaxial Technician (Install/Service) Salt Lake City UT

Company: Great Basin Staffing LLC (GBS)
Location: Salt Lake City Utah (field-based; local travel)
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm (W2) Start: ASAP
Pay: $22.00 $27.00/hr DOE overtime potential

About the Role

Great Basin Staffing is hiring an Experienced Coaxial Technician in SLC to handle residential/light commercial installs service calls and troubleshooting for internet TV and voice. Youll work independently on daily routes diagnose RF/signal issues and deliver clean customer-friendly installs.

Key Responsibilities

• Install & repair internet TV and phone services (drops wall plates CPE set-tops).

• Diagnose signal issues and correct RF levels at tap ground block and CPE using a signal level meter (SLM).

• Troubleshoot modems routers Wi-Fi inside wiring splitters fittings and premises electronics.

• Perform new outlet runs re-terms re-wires; ensure proper grounding/bonding and weatherproofing.

• Outside plant interface: set/replace aerial taps at pole or pedestal; verify tap values and return path.

• Work at height: safe bucket-truck operation (where applicable) and professional ladder work (extensions up to 28); follow ladder placement tie-off and fall-prevention practices.

• Complete activations/provisioning and basic account/equipment sync per MSO standards.

• Maintain inventory & truck stock; track materials/returns accurately.

• Communicate clearly with customers/dispatch; document work with photos readings and closeout notes.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years recent experience as a Coax/Cable Technician (install/service).

• Strong RF fundamentals (forward/return path tilt MER/BER/SNR basics).

• Proficiency with SLM leakage detection and basic TDR/toning tools.

• Ability to read work orders maps and basic prints; follow MSO standards.

• Valid drivers license reliable transportation and acceptable MVR.

• Comfortable working at heights on ladders and (where assigned) in a bucket as well as in attics/crawl spaces and varied weather; lift 55 lbs.

• Professional customer communication and neat workmanship.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• NCTI/SCTE coursework or certs; pole-climb competency; DOT medical card (or ability to obtain).

• Basic fiber familiarity (ONTs light levels) for mixed HFC/FTTH areas.

• Bilingual (EN/ES).

Schedule & Working Conditions

• Full-time field-based routes; some evening/weekend work for appointments and cut windows.

• Indoor/outdoor environments; frequent ladder and overhead work; moderate-to-loud noise.

Pay & Benefits (W2)

• $22.00 $27.00/hr DOE OT; weekly pay.

• Eligibility for benefits (medical/dental/vision/401k/PTO) per company policy.

• Referral bonus: $150 for qualified hires (ask for details).

• Conversion: Temp-to-perm path with client based on performance/need.

How to Apply (Fastest)

Call/Text: (Great Basin Staffing Recruiting)

Apply Now: Opportunity

Great Basin Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Pre-employment drug screen and background check may be required per client/site.