About Starry:

Starry is reinventing how people connect to the internet. Our mission focuses on two things — first, on being an internet service provider committed to simplicity, transparency, and delight, and second, on providing high-speed internet to underserved communities both locally, nationally and globally. We approach our mission with a cutting-edge wireless technology, user experience designed to delight, and a diverse and intellectually curious company culture.

Why you'll love working here:

Starry is a fast-growing company, with incredible ambition to build new markets, and new products and services. At Starry, autonomy and creativity are rewarded; you’ll have control of your own time and the opportunity to develop your ideas and initiatives. Our team is tightly-knit, highly collaborative, and very driven.

Who we’re looking for:

Starry is looking for a tech-savvy Construction Technician who’d like to help us redefine how people access the internet. You will act as the face of Starry Internet Services to building owners and internet subscribers, and be responsible for driving our network infrastructure projects by leveraging your networking knowledge.

Reporting to the Manager, Deployment / Construction, this role will provide continued support for the construction and deployment of Multi Dwelling Units (MDU’s) in support of building Starry network and internet services. The Construction Technician Lead will be responsible for the installation and delivery of assigned MDU projects and build outs.

What You’ll Do:

• Delight customers and provide a superior customer experience
• Install wireless equipment using any combination of external and internal antennas, coaxial cable, fiber optic, and UTP cables on indoor and outdoor vertical structures
• Install AC / DC power equipment including electrical panel, disconnect, and meter housing
• Install various ground mounted equipment and power/meter cabinets/pedestals
• Terminate wall and ceiling mounted components
• Complete Fiber and UTP Certification and testing
• Assist in proposal development and project preparation activities
• Complete job related documentation and record keeping
• Complete site surveys to troubleshoot and design corrective RF and RF/fiber optic installations for existing systems with inadequate coverage
• Assist in warehouse maintenance and inventory
• Keep customers and company informed of progress of installation
• Communicate and coordinate with customers and company regarding specific safety concerns, local code, and company installation requirements
• Assist with development of project schedules and materials/subcontractor selections
• Mentor and lead less experienced technicians
• Keep informed on and follow safety protocols, as warranted, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as OSHA safety standards

Experience and Education Required:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of outdoor and/or in-building installation experience in network engineering, deployment, fiber construction, wireless infrastructure, or telecom environment
• 5 years of experience in Outside Plant, Telephone, or Power engineering, and construction and experience with common wireless equipment including Fiber, Repeaters, Coaxial Cable, CAT 5 Cable, Antennas, Splitters, Fiber Cable, etc.
• A demonstrated ability to drive performance and execute against plans as well as complete installations independently in a professional manner at all job sites
• Knowledge of safe operation of vertical lift and truck mounted boom/vertical lift as well as demonstrated ability to use basic hand and power tools needed for installation projects
• Installation of various ground mounted equipment and power/meter cabinets/pedestals
• Working knowledge and understanding of wireless networks, including modulation techniques (UTMS, GSM, LTE Pathing plus etc.), amplifier/antenna/cable theory,
• BICSI Certified Preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well on a team
• MUST HAVE a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record - Starry performs background checks including a full driving history
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the positions such as: standing and bending for duration of shift, and lifting equipment as needed
• Outstanding shuffleboard skills a plus

We work hard, so we take care of each other and try to enjoy ourselves along the way. We have:

• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage with no employee contribution required
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Catered lunches every Monday & cocktails on Friday during our weekly company meeting
• Wine, beer, spirits, and snacks always on hand
• Secure bike storage in the building
• Private shower facilities in our office
• Free gym in the building
• Groups for skiing, biking, running, climbing, stretching, shuffleboard, darts, and more

Happy Interneting!

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Starry, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class protected by state or federal law.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.