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Eastern Communications

Mission-critical communications technology and services

Network Operations Center - Network Operations Center, Operator

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Marshalltown, IA, USA
In Person
IT OperationsNetwork Engineering & Administration

About the job

Requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear, professional, and responsive customer support.
  • Ability to handle customer inquiries, build positive relationships, set appropriate expectations, and maintain high service levels during incidents.
  • Ability to work effectively with service-center personnel, field technicians, vendors, and other internal stakeholders to coordinate service activities and resolve issues.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to accurately and consistently document incidents, actions, and resolutions.
  • Ability to take ownership of issues and follow through to resolution.
  • Ability to prioritize effectively, exercise sound judgment, and remain composed in time-sensitive situations.
  • Eagerness to learn new systems, technologies, processes, and industry concepts, and apply feedback to improve performance.
  • Willingness to cover additional shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure 24/7 network support when needed.
Responsibilities
  • Continuously monitor Land Mobile Radio communication network performance and stability using specialized tools to detect and promptly escalate anomalies.
  • Log and document incidents, defects, and resolutions to maintain an updated knowledge base and support continuous improvement.
  • Serve as the initial contact for clients reporting network issues, communicating promptly and effectively.
  • Prepare routine reports on incident tracking, outages, and maintenance activities for management and clients.
  • Work with other operators, internal stakeholders, customers, and third-party vendors to support smooth operation of customer communication systems.
  • Identify and resolve basic problems using standard operating procedures, collaborate with field technicians, and escalate complex issues to higher-level support.
Desired Qualifications
  • Three to four years of experience in network operations, technical support, dispatch, customer service, a call center, or a similar fast-paced support environment.
  • Familiarity with network monitoring, technical support, troubleshooting, or communication systems, including radio equipment, system infrastructure, and VHF/UHF technologies.
  • Experience in Land Mobile Radio, public safety communications, telecommunications, utilities, or a related industry.

About the company

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Eastern Communications

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Eastern Communications provides mission-critical communications technology, services, and infrastructure for essential operations. It serves public safety, transportation, and utilities, delivering secure and reliable networks and related services that support critical voice and data communications across critical missions. Its offerings span the design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of communications infrastructure to ensure dependable connectivity when it matters most. The company differentiates itself by focusing on end-to-end, reliable solutions tailored to safety-critical and infrastructure-heavy industries, prioritizing uptime, security, and resilience. The goal is to enable safe, efficient, and continuous operations for its customers through robust communications capabilities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1976

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What believers are saying

  • Cisco named Eastern a Preferred Networking Partner in February 2026.
  • Eastern launched services in Dipolog City on July 22, 2025, widening reach.
  • The Digital Edge deal adds connectivity demand from data-center clients.

What critics are saying

  • Price wars and debt service push Eastern toward covenant breach by 2027.
  • PMC Wireless integration distracts management and delays Tri-State service gains.
  • Philippine telecom competition compresses margins despite Cisco partnership wins.

What makes Eastern Communications unique

  • Dunes Point backed Eastern Communications' national mission-critical network across 14 locations.
  • Eastern sells technical pre-sale, post-sale, and aftermarket support to OEM and dealer partners.
  • PMC Wireless, acquired November 11, 2025, deepens Tri-State public-safety servicing.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Annual performance review and associated bonus
  • Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
  • Ongoing technical training
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

32%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

33%
PR Newswire
Nov 11th, 2025
Eastern Communications Acquires PMC Wireless, Strengthens Tri-State Area Service Presence

NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Communications Ltd. ("Eastern"), one of the largest mission critical communications providers in North America, announced today the acquisition of Hazlet, NJ based PMC Wireless ("PMC"), a leading regional public safety communications technology provider

OBI Services
Aug 1st, 2025
Connecting the Future: Eastern Communications Expands to Dipolog City

In line with its mission to bring robust and reliable digital infrastructure to every corner of the nation, Eastern Communications officially launched its services in Dipolog City on July 22, 2025.

Newsbytes Philippines
Apr 12th, 2025
Eastern Communications touts new solutions in annual summit

As part of the relaunch, Eastern Communication unveiled the new Titanium Tier for the Link VIP Club, an exclusive community established in 2017, designed to provide personalized customer care tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses.

Citybiz
Jan 8th, 2025
Dunes Point Capital Acquires Majority Interest in Eastern Communications

Dunes Point Capital acquires majority interest in Eastern Communications.

Citybiz
Jan 8th, 2025
Dunes Point Acquires Eastern Communications Majority

Dunes Point Capital, LP has acquired a majority interest in Eastern Communications, Ltd., a national distributor and service provider for public safety communication devices. The investment, supported by Dunes Point Capital Fund III, LP and co-investors like Partners Capital, positions Eastern for growth. Debt financing was provided by Audax Private Debt, TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, and Manulife Investment Management. Legal and financial advisors included Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Alvarez & Marsal.