Buried Drop Technician: Travel-Ready & Safety-Focused

Uniti; Glennville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetics is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cables from the network hub to customers' homes. The role requires ability to travel overnight and to work in field conditions, adhering to safety standards.

You will train new staff, promote Kinetic products and services, and use handheld devices to manage tasks while performing locates and trenching when needed. A valid license and DOT-ready status are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic technology and math skills required.
• Ability to interpret work drawings and instructions.
• Ability to pass required training, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• DOT pre-employment physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable to connect Kinetics' network to customers' residences.
• Use 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 on daily job functions.
• Operate handheld computer for job tasks.

Skills

Technology basics

Math skills

Customer focus

Interpret drawings

Training others

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Van operation

Job description

Kinetics is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cables from the network hub to customers' homes. The role requires ability to travel overnight and to work in field conditions, adhering to safety standards.

You will train new staff, promote Kinetic products and services, and use handheld devices to manage tasks while performing locates and trenching when needed. A valid license and DOT-ready status are essential.