Buried Cable Drop Tech — Field Installation Pro

Uniti Group Inc.; Adel (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Plan

HSA

Life Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti Group Inc., is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This hands‑on field technician role emphasizes safety and customer service while connecting homes to reliable internet, voice, and entertainment services.

Entry level, full-time position with opportunities for growth. You’ll perform field tasks, follow drawings, operate hand-held devices, and train new staff as needed;

Qualifications

• Basic technology and math skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Willingness to travel overnight for training or projects.
• Strong safety mindset and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable to connect Kinetic’s network to customers’ residences.
• Use your technical expertise and customer focus to create meaningful connections with customers.
• Interpret work drawings and instructions and complete necessary paperwork.
• Sell and promote Kinetic products and services.
• Train new employees in daily job functions.
• Operate hand‑held computer for retrieving and clearing job tasks.
• Perform locates on underground facilities during job tasks.
• Operate machinery including trenching and boring equipment for burying cables.

Skills

Basic tech skills

Math aptitude

Customer service

Safety mindset

Driving

Job description

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti Group Inc., is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This hands‑on field technician role emphasizes safety and customer service while connecting homes to reliable internet, voice, and entertainment services.

Entry level, full-time position with opportunities for growth. You’ll perform field tasks, follow drawings, operate hand-held devices, and train new staff as needed;