Buried Cable Installation Technician

Uniti; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union bidding process

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking an entry-level Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers' homes. You will connect customers to internet, voice, and entertainment services while prioritizing safety and strong customer service.

This hands-on role offers growth opportunities in fiber optic and telecom fields, with tasks ranging from installations, paperwork, and training new staff to operating trenching equipment and locates.

Qualifications

• Must be able to walk 1/2 mile or more while operating a drop plow.
• Ability to work the schedule including overtime, callouts, and standby as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record.

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, as applicable, during job tasks, such as locating gas, power, and communication lines.
• Operate machinery including trenching and boring equipment for burying cables.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Math skills

Customer service

Tools

Drop plow operation

Trenching equipment

Boring equipment

Hand-held computer

Job description

Kinetic is seeking an entry-level Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers' homes. You will connect customers to internet, voice, and entertainment services while prioritizing safety and strong customer service.

This hands-on role offers growth opportunities in fiber optic and telecom fields, with tasks ranging from installations, paperwork, and training new staff to operating trenching equipment and locates.