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Join Southern Star: Elevate Your Career and Earnings!

Schedule: 2 days off during the week

during slower season enjoy a four-on, three-off schedule

Bonus Opportunity: Earn a Trained and Active Bonus of $750.00, paid in two installments: $375.00 at 60 days of employment and $375.00 at 6 months.

About Us: At Southern Star, we are the driving force behind award-winning DISH TV service and innovative home entertainment products. As a Southern Star technician, you will be more than a service provider; you will be a technology ambassador, enhancing the way customers interact with technology.

Compensation:

  • Base Pay and Commissions: Start with a competitive hourly rate and earn commissions.
  • Performance Incentives: Boost your earnings with performance bonuses.
  • First-Year Potential: Earn between $50,000 - $60,000 or more in your first year.
  • Experienced Technicians: Earn between $60,000 - $85,000+ annually.

Training and Growth:

  • Paid Training: Comprehensive training to ensure your success.
  • Support: Continuous support to help you achieve your career goals.

Benefits:

  • Insurance: Comprehensive insurance benefits.
  • Retirement: 401K plans.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off.
  • Life Insurance: Company paid $25,000 life insurance policy.
  • Company Vehicle: Provided upon completion of training.
  • Device Plan: Monthly stipend for using your own smartphone.
  • Employee Discounts: Exclusive discounts through LifeMart, including home mortgage lender savings.

Role Requirements:

  • Technical Skills: Strong technical knowledge and the ability to scale ladders up to 38 ft and navigate crawl spaces.
  • Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time (lodging and per diem covered by SSI).
  • Communication: Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Sales: Ability to upsell while installing DISH systems.
  • Time Management: Effective time management skills.
  • Must have a clear Background, Drug Screen and Motor Vehicle Record

Join Us: Become a part of Southern Star and transform the way customers experience home entertainment. Apply today and unlock your potential!




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