Buried Drop Technician: Fiber & Cable Install

Uniti Group Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K Plan

Health Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician on the Kinetic team to install buried copper, fiber and coaxial cables from the hub to customer homes. The role requires overtime travel as needed and involves working with a team that values technology and customer connections.

This safety-sensitive position supports on-site field work across multiple markets, with training and development opportunities as part of the team culture. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Regular walking and lifting up to 70 pounds with safety awareness.
• Basic technology and math skills for field tasks.
• Ability to travel overnight as required by business needs.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cables from hub to residence.
• Use technical knowledge to connect customers with services.
• Interpret drawings, complete paperwork and task tickets.
• Promote Kinetic products and services to customers.
• Train new staff on daily job functions.
• Operate handheld devices to manage tasks and records.
• Perform underground facility locates where applicable.

Skills

Physical installation

Technical aptitude

Customer focus

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel overnight

Color vision

Tools

Locating equipment

Job description

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician on the Kinetic team to install buried copper, fiber and coaxial cables from the hub to customer homes. The role requires overtime travel as needed and involves working with a team that values technology and customer connections.

This safety-sensitive position supports on-site field work across multiple markets, with training and development opportunities as part of the team culture. A valid driver's license is required.