Implementation Technician III

Lumen Telecom Service Role

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

Responsible for supporting the delivery of requests for telecom services. Ensure requests are processed in a timely manner to meet SLA and customer expectations. Document all order activity and ensure data integrity in Lumen systems. Responsible for accurate and timely communication of order milestones to internal and externally facing teams – escalating as needed.

The Main Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties:

• Demonstrate ability to efficiently and accurately process and manage Access Service Requests for multiple Lumen products or access provider(s)
• Demonstrate a consistent, elevated level of performance as measured by SLAs, M&Ps / SOPs, On-Time Performance and quality standards, and individual objectives
• Excel at managing the assigned queue using time management skills
• Provide technical support for internal and external teams
• Identify and champion resolution for process issues. Work cross-functionally to implement process changes
• Provide input into appropriate training and documentation around departmental processes
• Participate in UATs as assigned
• Support special projects as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Behavioral & Technical:

• Develop and maintain close working relationships with key stakeholders to understand evolving issues and requirements, understand upstream and downstream implications and dependencies, ensuring key solutions are executed and properly coordinated
• Collaborative skills and use a team approach to accomplishing work
• Verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills to lead teams through change
• Ability to motivate others, use good teamwork skills, including development of interdepartmental relationships and the ability to make complex decisions
• Work closely across business units to implement necessary process changes that solve problems for all Lumen customers
• Demonstrate ability to process tasks as assigned for one or more Lumen voice product
• Use training, M&Ps and peer knowledge to demonstrate ability to process tasks as assigned for incoming work
• Process orders according to SLAs, On Time Performance and quality standards
• Manage the assigned queue using time management skills
• Escalate to a higher level as needed
• Able to provision install, change and disconnect orders with a strong focus for quality and customer care
• Providing escalation support for lower level techs
• Respond to more complex maintenance and troubleshooting requests
• Manage all requirement definition for new product/process builds working jointly with many different business units
• Responsible for driving the business requirements throughout the development cycle
• Analyze and diagnose root cause and execute solutions for order process issues to ensure timely problem resolution
• Build, with stakeholders, appropriate training and documentation around provisioning processes
• Facilitating extremely complex, diverse and/or technical product processing for Lumen products and services
• Develop & write test use case scenarios
• Lead and Manage UAT across teams

What We Look For in a Candidate

Qualifications:

• Assoc degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.
• 7-9 years related experience in specific area or equivalent.
• May require technical certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Operations, Technology or related field
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and dealing with ambiguity
• Project management experience
• Familiarity of Lumen Provisioning Systems and Processes

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $62,700 - $83,600 in these states: CA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.