How to hire a wireless internet installer

How to hire a wireless internet installer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step wireless internet installer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a wireless internet installer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new wireless internet installer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The wireless internet installer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A wireless internet installer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, wireless internet installers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of wireless internet installers.

   Type of Wireless Internet Installer	Description	Hourly rate
   Wireless Internet Installer		$19-28
   Satellite Technician	Satellite technicians are responsible for giving installation and repair solutions for satellite dishes, which generally deliver TV or internet signals. Primary tasks include installing, upgrading, and maintaining residential satellite products and optimizing the service they give... Show more	$13-21
   Cable Installation Technician	The primary duties of a cable installation technician involve the installation, repair, and maintenance of residential cabling for television and internet services. Cable installation technicians service and sets up equipment and devices that carry signals like wiring, TV cable boxes, and internet routers... Show more	$14-24

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Ladders
   • Broadband
   • Ethernet
   • Phone Lines
   • ISP
   • CAT5
   • RAN
   • Wireless Internet
   • Service Calls
   • IP
   • Windows
   • Wireless Network
   • CAT6
   • VoIP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Wire apartments/houses/bulidings (coax and cat6).
   • Assist in IP routing configuration of the network.
   • Install and configure VoIP for customers as well.
   • Trouble shooting signal margins, surf and IP issues.
   • Install large microwave antenna and cabling to a server hub.
   • Install and troubleshoot ISP's switches, wires, wireless access points.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your wireless internet installer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A wireless internet installer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, wireless internet installers' average salary in alaska is 32% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level wireless internet installers 32% less than senior-level wireless internet installers.
   • Certifications. A wireless internet installer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a wireless internet installer's salary.

   Average wireless internet installer salary

   $48,868yearly

   $23.49 hourly rate

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   Entry-level wireless internet installer salary

   $40,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a wireless internet installer job description

   A job description for a wireless internet installer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a wireless internet installer job description:

   Wireless internet installer job description example

   • 2+ years’ experience required, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting specified product or service.
   • Demonstrated ability to operate a bucket truck and/or lifts to 47 feet.
   • Excellent computer skills and the ability to utilize various programs and software dependent up on client required.
   • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem solve required.
   • Analytical ability and an interest in learning new technologies.
   • Ability to utilize hand and power tools.
   • Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
   • Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
   • Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communications skills.
   • Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
   • Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

   Physical Demands:

   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   • Walk continuously throughout the jobsite while carrying ladders, tools, and installation materials.
   • Repeatedly ascend and descend ladders.
   • Must be able to work and travel in various weather conditions.
   • Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
   • Lifting of up to 90-60 pounds one-third of the time.
   • Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.

   Work Environment:

   The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   • This is a field positions and requires 100% travel within a market. Travel includes significant drive time.
   • Most work is completed outdoors – in any/all weather conditions.
   • The work environment is that of a remote/warehouse position with minimal to high noise levels.
   • The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
   • This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
   • Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
   • This position requires use of all general office equipment.

   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

   TrueNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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   We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position (H1B, etc.).

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5. Post your job

   To find the right wireless internet installer for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with wireless internet installers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit wireless internet installers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your wireless internet installer job on Zippia to find and recruit wireless internet installer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit wireless internet installers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new wireless internet installer

   Once you've decided on a perfect wireless internet installer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new wireless internet installer. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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