Buried Cable Field Technician: Fiber & Copper Install

Uniti; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniti 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 role focuses on safety and delivering reliable internet and services.

The role involves trenching, drop plow work, training new staff, and promoting Kinetic products while maintaining high customer service standards. Entry-level full-time with growth opportunities in fiber/telecom careers.

Qualifications

• Must be able to walk ½ mile or more while operating a drop plow.
• Ability to work the schedule including overtime, callouts, and standby.
• Basic technology and math skills.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable to connect homes.
• Use technical skills and customer focus to create connections.
• Interpret drawings and complete paperwork.
• Promote Kinetic products and services.
• Train new employees in daily tasks.
• Operate hand-held computer to fetch and clear tasks.
• Perform underground facility locates when applicable.
• Operate trenching and boring equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic technology skills

Math skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Color discrimination

Tools

Hand-held computer

Drop plow operation

Trenching and boring equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Uniti 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 role focuses on safety and delivering reliable internet and services.

The role involves trenching, drop plow work, training new staff, and promoting Kinetic products while maintaining high customer service standards. Entry-level full-time with growth opportunities in fiber/telecom careers.