**Telecommunications District Manager**
Elkhorn, NE Great Plains Communications, a growing telecommunications provider, is looking for a hands-on leader to fill the position of District Manager in the Omaha, Nebraska metro area.
As a District Manager, you will:
* Coordinate with all departments on planning telecommunications projects
* Direct and manage priorities and standards for routine maintenance and rehabilitation of existing telecommunications plant facilities
* Develop a team-oriented commitment to service atmosphere by being a hands-on leader, working alongside employees as needed
* Resolve customer complaints
* Assist with the preparation of annual building and operating budget
* Engage in various public relations activities in community organizations and civic projects
* Perform personnel activities for technicians
* Support the Marketing and Public Relations Department and assist in developing marketing plans
Successful candidate must have knowledge of broadband technology including telephone, CATV, and IP. Must possess strong communication, public speaking, and customer relation skills. A valid drivers license and the ability to travel 1-2 hours average daily to job sites and other exchanges is required.
Five to seven years of experience in the telecommunications industry is preferred.
Competitive salary and benefits provided. EOE.
To apply, visit www.gpcom.com/careers.
Great Plains Communications is one of the largest privately-owned telecommunications providers in the Midwest, serving communities throughout Nebraska, Iowa, Colorado and Southeastern Indiana. Business and enterprise services range from traditional and cloud-based voice and data products to installation and support of strategic networks with fully scalable, managed Ethernet solutions. The company also takes pride in its progressive approach to accommodating the unique needs of wholesale customers, including regional and national telecommunications carriers, LECs, ISPs, wireless and other providers utilizing superior custom engineering and custom-build strategies. In addition, the company serves residential customers with an impressive suite of services including high speed Internet, cable and streaming video, and local and long-distance telephone services. At the core of its service offering is an extensive 13,500+- mile, MEF certified regional fiber network reaching 13 states that is fully supported by a 24x7x365, Network Operations Center.
Founded in 1910 by E.C. Hunt as a Nebraska phone company, Great Plains Communications has evolved over the past century, keeping pace with technology and increasing bandwidth demands to become a leading regional network and fiber services provider.
The company is headquartered in Blair, Nebraska and is owned by Grain Management, LLC: a leading private equity firm focused on investments in the Communications sector.
