Are these boots OK for installers?

[GreenSRT8]

New to the forum but I see a lot of insightful and intelligent members and I need some input. I'm starting as a DISH field tech in a few weeks and am wondering if these boots will work:

 

[KE4EST]

to Satelliteguys!!!

Yes those are fine at least with my company...actually here they do not have a specific rule on boots or shoes.

 

[Balock]

I can't speak to that particular boot but as a Dish customer (other than installing my own dishes for FTA), I would recommend something that's comfortable--for your feet's sake --but is also easy to clean and/or take off before entering a customer's premises. I personally would look for something that has no or few nooks and crannies where dirt/mud/snow/grass/etc. can get trapped and difficult to remove.

A good pair of overboots can be a great help with that as well if the weather has been wet or snowy. I know my wife doesn't want to see my dirty boots go beyond the mud room, if THAT far! It would be upsetting to me if a tech tramped dirt into my house when it could've been easily avoided.

Good luck with the new work!

 

[Dishman1978]

New to the forum but I see a lot of insightful and intelligent members and I need some input. I'm starting as a DISH field tech in a few weeks and am wondering if these boots will work:<img src="http://www.satelliteguys.us/attachment.php?attachmentid=83947"/>

You in house or sub? That's what's most important when asking that question.

And if you are installing why not join the installer zone so you can join that conversation.

In-house get boot covers available so no worries on dirt/mud.

90 degree heel, big lugs and black is really the main requirements.

 

[bpjester]

Yes. Those appear DNS approved.

 

[Scherrman]

I can't speak to that particular boot but as a Dish customer (other than installing my own dishes for FTA), I would recommend something that's comfortable--for your feet's sake --but is also easy to clean and/or take off before entering a customer's premises. I personally would look for something that has no or few nooks and crannies where dirt/mud/snow/grass/etc. can get trapped and difficult to remove.

A good pair of overboots can be a great help with that as well if the weather has been wet or snowy. I know my wife doesn't want to see my dirty boots go beyond the mud room, if THAT far! It would be upsetting to me if a tech tramped dirt into my house when it could've been easily avoided.

Good luck with the new work!

He shouldn't have to be concerned with taking off his boots since he isn't suppose to. If he wants to to I suppose he can but is not required to. Shoe covers may help if the customer is truly worried about their floor. I have always made it so the customer is responsible for their floors. If your floor is so precious to you then you need to protect it yourself.

 

[GreenSRT8]

Thanks for all the responses. They've been helpful.

 

[Jimmerinwi]

90 degree heel, big lugs and black is really the main requirements.

They have to be black only now?

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[joshua.mcglothlen]

yes new uniforms are coming soon

 

[Elkview]

Do not take your boots off in peoples houses. I worked for a gas company and you will regret it if you do. Nice carpet and pet pee go together. Also if you have to go to basement that is used alot for there bathroom and you will be in socks. Use booties and always keep them with you.

 

[jarvantgroup]

I'd say to make sure that the shoe is light. Over the years I've learned that if you wear a heavy boot with steel toes, thick heels, etc, by noon, after climbing up and down ladders, going up and down stairs, and walking in and out of houses, your feet will hurt really bad. Heavy shoes are also cumbersome if you have to crawl under houses. Big clunky boots ALWAYS get snagged on pipes, wires, insulation, and air vents under the home.

Trust me. Your feet will thank you for spoiling them with a light shoe. If you must get a heavier shoe, just wear it when you put the dish up, get the grounding area tied up, and lines installed. The rest of the time between jobs, doing customer ed, lunch break, put on your Reeboks or Asics.

 

[jarvantgroup]

Do not take your boots off in peoples houses. I worked for a gas company and you will regret it if you do. Nice carpet and pet pee go together. Also if you have to go to basement that is used alot for there bathroom and you will be in socks. Use booties and always keep them with you.

I second that. In some homes, you want to keep your shoes on to keep your socks and feet protected from the grime that's on the floor. I only take my shoes off in homes where the carpet or hardwood floors are clean. Booties take too much time putting them on and removing them. It only takes one time of sloshing through the mud, coming to the front door to put booties on, walking to the TV, only to realize that you smeared some mud on the outside of the bootie. Damage claim.

 

[joshua.mcglothlen]

don't get steel toe boots! ! They get super cold in the winter. Make sure they are waterproof as well. The biggest tging to remember is you will in these boots up 15 hours a day. So make sure they are comfortable, waterproof and light

 

[Afakasi]

Do not get a steel toe. You will pay the first time you get on a roof with any type of pitch. Get Nike boots. Their lightened weight, cushioning, comfort, and ability to jump into a customer's pickup game is unmatched. Don't take your boots off in a customer's house. You'll need them to kick an ankle biter. Please note that most customers train their dogs to eat Dish techs boots. And if you really care, you'll track foot powder all over the place. Just bring boot covers if the place isn't a dump. It's less than five seconds to put them on or take them off.