Buried Fiber Drop Technician – Field Install & Travel

Uniti Group; Texas; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Spending Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Uniti is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers residences. The role requires travel, including overnight trips, and participation in a safety-sensitive environment with union bidding processes.

The technician will interpret drawings, perform tasks with hand-held devices, promote Kinetic products, and train new staff as needed. A valid drivers license and ability to lift up to 70 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Requires basic technical ability and math skills.
• Willingness to travel overnight and out of state.
• Must pass pre-employment DOT physical and have valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop to connect network to residence.
• Use technical knowledge to create customer connections.
• Interpret work drawings and complete paperwork.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Math skills

Valid driver27s license

Color discrimination

Physical stamina

Overnight travel willingness

Tools

Hand-held computer

Trenching equipment

Boring equipment

Test equipment

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 residences. The role requires travel, including overnight trips, and participation in a safety-sensitive environment with union bidding processes.

The technician will interpret drawings, perform tasks with hand-held devices, promote Kinetic products, and train new staff as needed. A valid drivers license and ability to lift up to 70 pounds are required.