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Hfc Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

HFC Budget Blinds LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Budget Blinds ® franchisee ...

HFC KTU LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Kitchen Tune-Up ® franchisee posting ...

Carpentry Apprentice

Orange, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

HFC KTU LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Kitchen Tune-Up ® franchisee posting ...

Cabinetry Installer

Riverside, CA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

HFC Tailored Living LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Tailored Living ® ...

Bathroom Remodeler

London, CA · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

HFC BTU LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Bath Tune-Up ® franchisee posting ...

HFC Tailored Living LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Tailored Living ® ...

HFC KTU LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Kitchen Tune-Up ® franchisee posting ...

Sales Consultant

Ladera Ranch, CA · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

HFC Budget Blinds LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Budget Blinds ® franchisee ...

HFC Tailored Living LLC does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Tailored Living ® ...

Budget Blinds is part of the Home Franchise Concepts (HFC) family of brands along with Tailored Living ® , Concrete Craft ® and AdvantaClean ® , Kitchen Tune-Up ® , and Bath Tune-Up ® making HFC ...

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How much do hfc jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for hfc in California is $93,278.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,200.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Hfcs in their day-to-day work?

HFCs often encounter challenges such as coordinating maintenance and repairs during outages, ensuring minimal service disruption, and keeping up with evolving network technologies. Additionally, they may need to troubleshoot complex fiber connectivity issues under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective communication with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders is crucial to address these challenges efficiently. By staying organized and proactive, HFCs can successfully keep fiber networks running smoothly and reliably.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Hfc position?

To thrive as an HFC (Headend Fiber Coordinator), you need a solid understanding of fiber optic networks, cable infrastructure, and network maintenance, typically supported by technical certifications or relevant field experience. Familiarity with network management tools, fiber testing equipment, and GIS mapping systems is essential for managing and troubleshooting fiber connectivity. Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication are key soft skills for coordinating with field teams and stakeholders. These competencies ensure efficient network operations, swift issue resolution, and effective collaboration in the fast-paced telecommunications industry.

What is an Hfc?

An HFC (Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial) job typically involves the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of broadband cable networks that use a combination of fiber optic and coaxial cables. Professionals in this role work for telecommunications companies, ensuring high-speed internet, television, and voice services operate efficiently. Responsibilities may include configuring network components, repairing signal issues, and upgrading infrastructure. Strong technical skills and knowledge of RF (radio frequency) signals, fiber optics, and networking are essential for success in this field.

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Infographic showing various Hfc job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,278 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Research Advisor - Human Frontier Collective (US)

Scale AI, Inc.

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Other

Re-posted 27 days ago


Scale AI rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 242 rated software companies


Job description

About the Program

The Human Frontier Collective (HFC) brings together top researchers and domain experts to collaborate on high-impact work that are shaping the future of AI. As an HFC Research Advisor, you'll apply your academic and professional expertise to help develop strategy, design, evaluate, and interpret advanced generative AI systems - while gaining exposure to cutting-edge research and working alongside an interdisciplinary network of leading thinkers.

What You'll Do
  • Senior Advisory & Model Governance: Provide elite-level consultancy and leadership on model behavior and domain-specific logic, establishing the benchmarks for professional integrity.
  • High-Impact Research Collaboration: Influence the technical roadmap by partnering across Scale AI's product, research, delivery, and GTM teams to design sophisticated, small-scale tasks that translate expert-level intuition into rigorous, computable frameworks for frontier model evaluation.
  • Executive Client Engagement: Represent Scale AI and the HFC as a Subject Matter Expert during pivotal sales cycles, executive meetings, and conferences,
  • Visionary Creation: Contribute to the creation of premier technical content and strategic GTM assets that ultimately helps position Scale as the definitive leader in the industry.
  • Publications: Collaborate with Scale's research team to co-author technical reports and research papers, boosting your academic visibility and professional recognition (e.g., SciPredict, PropensityBench, Professional Reasoning Benchmark).
  • HFC Community: Become a foundational member of HFC; a supportive, interdisciplinary network of innovators. Gain exclusive access to a community of industry leaders and AI researchers dedicated to advancing the frontier of data.
Who Should Apply
  • Ideal Backgrounds Include:
    • Finance: IB/PE/VC/consulting C-Suite, VPs, or Directors from Bulge Bracket or Elite Boutiques (e.g., Goldman Sachs, Blackstone), Senior Managers, Senior Associates, or Senior Analysts from top-tier firms.
    • Legal: Partners or Senior Counsel at V100 firms; former SCOTUS/Federal Clerks, and Senior Associates from Big Law with active bar membership
    • Medical: Board-certified MDs from premier academic hospitals (e.g., Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic). Practicing physicians w/ at least 5 YOE of post-residency experience from premier hospitals.
  • Professional Experience: 5+ years of relevant industry experience with strong, top-tier domain knowledge. Proven track record of operating at the top of their field and applying deep expertise in high-impact, real-world environments across finance, legal, medical, or related fields.
  • Educational Background: Based on your specific expertise, we are seeking candidates who hold a bachelor's, master's, PhD, MD/DO, or JD degree, coupled with significant clinical, legal, or financial practice experience.
  • Technical Expertise: Demonstrated research experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, hands-on experience with AI tools and technologies, and a keen interest in interdisciplinary AI applications.
  • Professional Mindset: Self-driven and detail-oriented, with a deep passion for applied AI research. An innovative thinker who pairs intellectual curiosity with a commitment to collaboration within an elite community of researchers and AI professionals.
Why Scale & The Human Frontier Collective?
  • Professional Development: High-impact experts expand their influence through review projects, advisory roles, and research; while deepening their AI expertise, strengthening analytical and problem-solving skills, and engaging with pioneering AI applications in science and technology.
  • Join a Top-Tier Network: Collaborate with a global network of academics and experts in HFC to advance responsible AI through impactful, flexible research and training. 80% of our members come from top 25 leading institutions.
  • Flexible Schedule: ~5-20 hours per week, with the ability to set your own schedule around your commitments. Please note, this is a part-time, contract opportunity.
  • Competitive Pay: We are offering $300/hr. USD for this role across all three domains.
Application Process
  1. Apply: We review applications on a rolling basis.
  2. Interview: Candidates will get to meet with our Research Team to discuss their experience, professional background, and alignment with our mission to advance human-centered AI.
  3. Join the Collective: Successful candidates will receive an invitation to join the Human Frontier Collective Program as a Research Advisor.

PLEASE NOTE:Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

About Us:

At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions. Our products provide the high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models, and help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We work closely with industry leaders like Meta, Ernst & Young, Mayo Clinic, Time Inc., the Government of Qatar, and U.S. government agencies including the Army and Air Force. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@scale.com. Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.

We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision.

PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.


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