Technical Field Representative - Houston

The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions and recognized brands in marketing information (ACNielsen), media information (Nielsen Media Research), trade shows and business publications (Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Adweek). The privately held company is active in more than 100 countries, with headquarters in Haarlem, the Netherlands, and New York, USA. For more information, please visit, www.nielsen.com.

Nielsen Media Research is the pioneer and industry leader in television audience measurement and advertising information services worldwide for more than half a century. We are headquartered in New York, with offices throughout the United States. At Nielsen Media Research, our reputation for integrity, innovation and commitment to professional development attracts the industry's top talent. Rated as one of the most diverse (Top 50 Companies for Diversity, Diversity Inc, 2005) and best places to work (Top 100 IT firms, ComputerWorld, 2004-2006; Best Computer Jobs in America, 2002), Nielsen Media Research is proud of our career opportunities and the many programs we offer that help foster career development. We have over 6000 employees throughout the US and offer a quality of life and comfortable work environment.

New technologies are altering the television landscape. High Definition Television, Digital Video Recorders, Personal Computers, and the ability to stream video over the Internet are converging. Nielsen Media Research, the leader in the TV ratings industry for over 50 years, works hand in hand with these new technologies to develop audience measurement tools. Put your technology interests and network communication skills to work in a diverse position that lets you work with high-tech consumer electronics equipment, as well as build relationships with our Nielsen families...all on a non-traditional schedule! Our Field Reps install, maintain, and troubleshoot proprietary hardware and software devices used to collect television-viewing data. Managing a geographic assignment of numerous Nielsen households, our Field Reps provide stellar customer service to ensure a positive experience for our Nielsen Families. Position requires bending and lifting television sets. This unique position with Nielsen Media Research offers the following... · Work from home office· Non-traditional schedule including some evenings and weekend hours· Company car (Insurance/Gas/Maintenance Included)· Comprehensive benefits package effective the first day of employment (Medical/Dental/Vision/401k)· Laptop computer and handheld device used to communicate with online database for testing, receiving and closing job tasks· 7 weeks paid training program near Tampa, Florida - temporary lodging and transportation provided. Compensation package with a base salary of $33,400, plus quarterly incentives/bonuses based on performance, $1500 language skills differential after successfully passing a Spanish language skills assessmentQualificationsThe successful candidate will possess the following qualities:* Bilingual English/Spanish a plus· Previous experience with consumer electronics· Software systems aptitude and networking knowledge· Superior customer service skills with the ability to coach family members of all ages· Computer skills including Windows based PC proficiency· Self-motivated· Excellent organizational/time management skills· Experience working with minimal supervision· Bachelors degree in any discipline preferred. Technical diploma, Certificate of Completion, Associates degree or military experience is a plus. High School diploma required.· Valid driver's license requiredEOE/M/F/D/V

company car, laptop, paid training, paid overtime, benefits effective first day of employment

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