Technical Support Representative in Niceville, Florida at LiveOak Fiber

We are excited to add this position to the #BestTeamInTelecom!

LiveOak Fiber is a fast-growing fiber broadband provider delivering high-speed, reliable internet to homes and businesses across the beautiful coasts of Florida and Georgia. Our mission is to improve quality of life in our communities through technology.

Employees enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for themselves and their dependents, bonus potential, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

At LiveOak Fiber, we are proud to be a different kind of service provider that puts people at the center of everything we do. Your work directly contributes to bringing critical infrastructure and opportunity to local communities while helping us connect more people to the services they rely on every day. We invest in employee development, career progression, and leadership programs designed to help you grow and succeed. You'll work alongside exceptional teammates in a collaborative, values-driven culture that combines experienced industry leaders with passionate local talent and supports growth, recognition, and connection.

Position Overview & Purpose

We are excited to add this position to our fast-growing LiveOak Fiber Team! We offer a competitive total rewards program that includes employer paid medical, dental and vision, paid time off as well as bonus potential. The following is an overview of the role and what we are looking for in a successful candidate.

We are looking for an experienced Technical Support representative with a solid background in cable, telecommunications, or related fields. You must be proactive, organized and have solid, positive communication skills. Be customer focused!

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in technical support and customer care. The candidate will possess foundational knowledge of networking principles. Previous experience with telecommunications, hands-on experience using Calix (or other GPON system) and working in billing and provisioning systems is beneficial.

The Technical Support Representative will play a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional customer experiences by troubleshooting and solving complex technical issues on the local area network (LAN), adjusting network configurations, and documenting troubleshooting steps taken.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Use technical support background to assist customers in resolving complex service issues via our digital communication channels promptly and effectively.

· Help provision voice and data services.

· Help with phone number porting.

· Accept orders from new customers and modify existing customer orders.

· Schedule installations, work orders, and trouble calls as needed.

· Apply foundational networking principles to diagnose and troubleshoot technical support problems, ensuring quick and accurate resolutions.

· Regularly work tickets daily.

· Act as a liaison between technical support, engineering, and customer service teams to facilitate smooth and efficient communication and collaboration.

· Demonstrate a customer-centric approach in all interactions, ensuring that customers receive the highest level of service and satisfaction.

· Use ticketing systems effectively to manage customer inquiries, escalations, and service requests in a timely manner.

· Use telemetry programs like Calix Cloud to troubleshoot customer network performance.

· Identify and escalate issues appropriately to higher-level technical teams or management when necessary, ensuring timely and appropriate resolutions.

· Reach out to customers proactively to address potential service concerns, conduct customer satisfaction surveys, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Strong customer & technical service orientation with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Basic knowledge of fiber optic internet services, network equipment, and technology.

· Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

· Proficiency in using customer service software and tools.

· Attention to detail and commitment to issue resolution.

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Basic Qualifications & Competencies

· Previous Experience: Minimum of [2] years of experience in technical support, with a strong background in networking principles and troubleshooting.

· Experience supporting voice services.

· Experience adding and removing services from existing accounts.

· Experience scheduling work orders for customers using dispatch software.

· Experience working in telecommunications for at least a year.

· Understanding of service provisioning for voice and data

· Worked with billing and provisioning systems.

· Customer Service Skills: Strong customer focus with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively address customer inquiries and concerns.

· Problem-Solving Abilities: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.

· Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment and maintain positive working relationships.

· Organization and Time Management: Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

· Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changes and staying up to date with emerging technologies.

· Technical Certifications: Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA) will be a plus.

· Must have flexible hours. Sometimes we must pitch in on nights and weekends!

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies

· Associate's degree or equivalent education.

· Experience in technical support within the telecommunications or ISP industry.

· Knowledge of fiber optic technology and related equipment.

· Certification in customer service or technical support.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

· Walking- up to 40%

· Standing- up to 40%

· Reaching- up to 10%

· Lifting and/or bending- up to 10%

· Work environment- indoors and outdoors

· Able to lift up 45 pounds.

· Travel: 10%

STATEMENT

The qualification requirements, physical demands, and work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job successfully.

This job description in no way states or implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities involved in the position. The employee is required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other duties by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This job description in no way states or implies a contract of employment. LiveOak Fiber reserves the right to modify this job description at their discretion at any time and will notify the employee of the change.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.