Network Support Technician I - (Anchorage, AK)

• Provide technical support and customer education, via inbound calls, chat, in writing, instant messaging, or e-mail in an efficient and professional timely manner.
• Follow established procedures, implement escalation process and event management by working directly with the GCI Account team, customers, and higher Network tier support as required.

• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
  • Ability to interact with a wide variety of business, operations, and technical staff.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to explain technical activities to customers.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated strong customer service skills with attention to detail, active listening, and problem-solving skills.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
  • Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
  • Ability to accurately document procedures and technical processes.
  • Ability to handle multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment.
  • General understanding of Information Technology.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.
  • Knowledge and operating skills in mainstream operating systems.

Additional Job Requirements:

This is an entry level position within the Network Support team. Works under close supervision performing general tasks as directed, completing routine routing assignments on time. Provides first level customer support; assisting with the resolution of technical and service trouble reporting issues. Functions as the customer advocate ensuring technical problems and issues are resolved or escalated in a timely manner. Communicates all maintenance and installation activities that may impact services provided to customers to detect, act on and track all problems.

Essential Duties:

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience in a customer service or call center environment. *

Preferred: 

• Associate degree in telecommunications, computer science, electronics or relevant field.
• Microsoft, ITIL, CompTIA, Cisco certifications.
• Telecommunications experience.  
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications. 

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: 

• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions.   
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary. 
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
• Additional background checks, security checks, and/or participation in a DOT or non-DOT drug and alcohol testing program may be required to satisfy the conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client.