Buried Cable Technician - Fiber, Copper & Coax Install (Travel)

Uniti Group Inc.; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & FSA

Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Lif

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician in Hobbs, NM to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cables from the network hub to customers’ homes, with overnight travel as needed.

The role requires physical aptitude, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. It is a safety-sensitive position and follows a union bidding process.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel overnight, including out of state.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Basic technology and math skills.
• Ability to distinguish colors in color-coded cable.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber & coaxial drop cable to connect Uniti’s network to the customers’ residence.
• Use technical expertise and customer focus to create meaningful connections with customers.
• Interpret work drawings and instructions and complete necessary paperwork.
• Sell and promote Uniti products and services.
• Train new employees on daily job functions.
• Operate handheld computer for retrieving and clearing job tasks.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Safety-consciousness

Customer focus

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician in Hobbs, NM to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cables from the network hub to customers’ homes, with overnight travel as needed.

The role requires physical aptitude, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. It is a safety-sensitive position and follows a union bidding process.