New Hire - Tips and Advice

[jharpe06]

I just got the email saying that I got offered the job as a satellite technician. I go in on Monday to fill out my new hire paperwork and then start training on the 2nd. Just wondering if anyone has any tips or advice. please keep them positive. I know the job is extremely tough physically and also mentally. I was well aware of that going into this. Thanks for any help guys, I will probably be on here quite a bit with questions.

 

[Rorshach85]

This thread should be moved to the installer zone.

 

[jharpe06]

Ok thanks, I will do that. I am trying to locate it and can't seem to find it lol

 

[ShawnDishInstaller]

Core 6 man! 1 Clear Line of sight 2 Secure mount 3 Torque fittings, 4 Peak Signal at Dish, 5 Check that that signal makes it to the receiver, 6 Treat the customers awesome and educate them well.

 

[stardust3]

Keep a positive attitude & don't allow other installers to drag you into their doom & gloom.

 

[jharpe06]

Awesome! thanks im going to write that down.

 

[ShawnDishInstaller]

oh ya and dont fall thru the ceiling LOL

 

[Rorshach85]

Will you be working inhouse or for an rsp/sub?

 

[jharpe06]

I will be working in-house (directly for dish). I haven't heard a lot of great things about working for contractors and I dont have the money to invest on all of the tools, so I think it will be a great gig

 

[chainblu]

You'll either love it or hate it. I do know that in-house techs are usually treated better (and paid more) than the RSP guys. Good luck with your new job.

 

[jharpe06]

Thanks for all the input guys. I go in to fill out new-hire paperwork on monday.

 

[joshua.mcglothlen]

enjoy it and be prepared for everything from the worst to the best. Learn your job and remember you know the job do it your way.