Toppil
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join:2000-12-30
clubs: | reply to mikedz4
Re: comcast interview monday
If all you care about are the employee discounts, I hope you don't get hired. It's all the customers that will suffer. |
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mikedz4
join:2003-04-14
Weirton, WV | reply to mikedz4
that's not all i care about. I'm the one that is bitching because 2 channels aren't being used at all. Even though 3/4 of the population doesn't care I like seeing shows on every channel 24/7. |
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Fobulous
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join:2002-08-14
Missouri City, TX
clubs: | so this job is like a call center type of job?? |
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mikedz4
join:2003-04-14
Weirton, WV | reply to mikedz4
I don't know. I wanted to be an person that sits at the desk at the local office. But I applied for a couple different jobs and don't know which one i'm interviewing for. |
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celeritypc
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join:2004-05-15
Caldwell, NJ
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said by mikedz4  :that's not all i care about. I'm the one that is bitching because 2 channels aren't being used at all. Even though 3/4 of the population doesn't care I like seeing shows on every channel 24/7. You are sure lucky you didn't have cable back in the mid 70s. We had 36 channels and most of them were unused. Satellite services were a few years away (1979) and there just wasn't that much out there yet. At least we had HBO. But then again, it wasn't 24/7 at that time either. |
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JerryTongue
join:2003-04-01
Auburn, WA
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I have been trying to get on with Comcast for a couple months as a Communications Tech. Level1, I even have a friend there in the Auburn, Wa location. I don't really care about all the perks, that's just an added bonus. I'm all readying paying for it. I just enjoy network stuff and would love the chance to be a part of it and might learn about new stuff coming out before others. I have also been told they take good care of there employees.
I just keep applying. |
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Pure
Unacceptable Behaviour
join:2001-05-31
Dallas, TX
 ·RoadRunner Cable
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Good Luck on the job.
I started working with Comcast a few months back and enjoy it greatly. The training is great, co-workers are all cool, overall treatment is very nice.
Yes, the perks are great, but just an added bonus as previously stated.
Having a large family as I do the benefits are great.
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mikedz4
join:2003-04-14
Weirton, WV
 ·DIRECTV
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·Comcast
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Well I need the health and medical coverage as I lose my parents insurance(even though i might still be in school) next year when I turn 25. What kinds of questions do they ask you in the interview and test? Will I find out if I'm hired or not on monday or will I have to wait a while? How long and what is the test about?
thanks |
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dirtrat4
join:2001-10-08
Woodland, CA
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I think your first problem is talking about getting discounts from the company before you even have the job! Surely this isn't the main reason you would want to work for this company.
said by mikedz4 :What kind of discounts do comcast employees get? Do they get a discount on cell phone service or equipment/accessories? thanks |
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mikedz4
join:2003-04-14
Weirton, WV | I just hope I get the job and get hired monday. I am tired of sitting around all day not doing anything. I need the money to pay my bills. |
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adkinsjm
join:2004-10-13
Frazee, MN | Try Wal-Mart, good benefits and a great place to work. Plus you get a good discount. |
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bcunningh
join:2005-04-01
Seattle, WA | reply to mikedz4
When I started I didn't get an offer in the interview. I had my interview on a Tuesday and got a phone call with an offer on Monday the next week. |
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Loker
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join:2004-07-11
Fargo, ND
clubs: | reply to mikedz4
aren't you curious in the least about what the job you are applying for entails or what other people think about the position? |
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mikedz4
join:2003-04-14
Weirton, WV
·DIRECTV
·Verizon Online DSL
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·Comcast
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Yeah but I'm not sure which job I am interviewing for since I applied for several jobs with comcast. I did ask what the interview is like, how long the interview is, what the testing is like, and how long is the testing. Just trying to be prepared to hopefully impress the people so much that they offer me the job on the spot. |
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ss4vegito7
join:2004-07-24
Cranbury, NJ
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said by mikedz4 :they're interviewing me at the robinson district office. I believe I am interviewing for a customer service job. Better brush up on ur people skills then  |
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ss4vegito7
join:2004-07-24
Cranbury, NJ
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Hey guys, not to hijack the thread or anything but what do u need to be qualified for a level one tech job at comcast? I'm 15 right now and of course can't get a job with them anytime soon buy i'm taking Cisco Networking in school (this will be my second year of it.) And am interested in what your skills need to be.  |
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NY Tel
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join:2004-04-09
Smithtown, NY
·VOIPo
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said by mikedz4 :I just hope I get the job and get hired monday. I am tired of sitting around all day not doing anything. I need the money to pay my bills. Mike, just relax - be your self and DO NOT talk about the Bitch Dog episode unless they bring it up.
You do not want the interview to look so scripted that they pass over you. At an interview your goal is not to overly "impress people" but to give them the sense you are sincere in your desire to work for the company, help them achieve their customer service goals and to ultimately drive up subscriber retention and new accounts as a result of your contribution to the entire team. This is not about just you but about working with a company that likes teamwork (all of corporate America does ON PAPER)
Also do not even ask them about benefits at all. This shows you have an interest in the wrong area (yourself) as this interview is to "impress upon them" that you are a fit for their organization, irrespective of the position you are applying for. If you seem too stiff, scripted, interested in benefits you will come across as desperate and you'll possibly blow the interview.
Take my advice and memorize this statement I typed earlier:
("I am very serious about my desire to work for the company, help you achieve your customer service goals and to ultimately drive up subscriber retention and new accounts as a result of my contribution as part of a team.)
Don't mention that you need to pay your bills, that is too self serving and shows again that you are more concerned about Mike than the customers.
Try to slip that in at some point. Rehearse it in front of a mirror if you have to but make it sound believable. You are an actor trying out for a part when you go on an interview so learn to play the part.
At the interview ask them to describe the particular job they are interviewing you for and as they do that, try to relate real life experiences that you have experienced that would enable you to do that job. Also, remember it is all about the customer and customer satisfaction but using the utmost in integrity and honest in those dealings. Never do anything slippery and always respect the customer. In fact, if you use the term "Isn't it all about the customer" at some point that will also be good for you.
Hope this helps. I'm someone who interviews well and have always gotten a job offer for every job I have tried out for.
Play the part but be sincere and you'll do fine.
Show them that you have a brain and that it functions well....:o
The benefits will follow AFTER your 2nd day at work and then we are all inviting ourselves over to your place for a cable-a-thon to watch all of your premium channels. |
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ugh21
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"I was hoping. I don't understand how all these people get jobs when I have been trying for two months and am still unemployed."
Maybe you should worry more about how you present yourself, communicate and working on your skills and less time worrying about what kind of discounts you will get on Comcast products. Jesus. Classic lazy American. What do I get for free? You got a lot of nerve if you ask about discounts during your interview. I wouldn't hire you. |
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NY Tel
Premium
join:2004-04-09
Smithtown, NY
·VOIPo
| said by ugh21:
"I was hoping. I don't understand how all these people get jobs when I have been trying for two months and am still unemployed."
Maybe you should worry more about how you present yourself, communicate and working on your skills and less time worrying about what kind of discounts you will get on Comcast products. Jesus. Classic lazy American. What do I get for free? You got a lot of nerve if you ask about discounts during your interview. I wouldn't hire you.
See Mike! ugh21 makes a good point which supports what I wrote.
Also, 2 months is not a long time to be looking for a job in today's very competitive world.
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tuberinside
| reply to mikedz4
Discounts on all major cell phone providers except tmobile
free cable tv, all channels - PPV half price
1 free digital converter and 1 free dvr/HD/digital converter (pick one) so 2 free converters
free silver cable modem service, or free speed tier home networking service
Digital Voice for $15/mo
College paid up front for Penn State and UMUC, no degree requirements or approval needed, textbooks covered too
Reimbursement for college everywhere else with degree approval
401k matched to 6%, vested immediately
Various health insurance providers, both PPO and HMO
10 vaction days, 8 flex days, 3 personal days, paid holidays.
Additional 5 vacation days at 5 and 10 years of service
Ford X-Plan and GM Supplier discount on cars (well, whenever the current employee pricing deal goes away hehe)
Some things will vary, but those are the major ones for me. There are more less significant bennies that don't come to mind right now though |
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