Drop Crew

Wire 3; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance for dependents

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Holidays off

401(k) match

Career growth

Job summary

Wire 3 in Florida is seeking a Drop Crew member to install residential and commercial underground coax and fiber lines. Technicians operate a variety of equipment to bury drops while ensuring safe, high-quality service for our customers.

Responsibilities include locating utilities, reviewing services with customers, and using trenching/boring tools to place cables. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work independently or in a team with occasional travel are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Completion of background and MVR checks required.

Responsibilities

• Identify located utilities to prevent damage.
• Locate unmarked utilities and customer-owned equipment.
• Restore job sites to their original condition after work completion.
• Interpret work drawings and instructions, completing paperwork.
• Review services with customers before installing new drops.
• Operate trenching and boring equipment for burying cable.
• Use handheld units for retrieving and clearing tasks.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Document all tasks timely and accurately.

Skills

Operate trenching equipment

Walk long distances

Strong communication

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Drop plow equipment

Job description

Wire 3 is dedicated to providing affordable, high-speed, and high-bandwidth internet services to households in our local communities. Our mission is to not only deliver the best internet experience in Florida but also provide the exceptional customer care our customers deserve. With cutting-edge fiber optic technology at its core, Wire 3 ensures ultra-fast, reliable connections, minimizing disruptions and maximizing your online experience.

Backed by private equity, Wire 3 is on an exciting trajectory of rapid growth. We’re actively seeking driven, talented individuals to join our team of passionate and collaborative professionals who share a common vision of excellence. If you’re looking to be part of a dynamic and fast-growing organization, we’d love for you to help us continue delivering industry-leading service to our customers.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Drop Crew is responsible for the installation of residential and commercial underground coax and fiber cable lines. Technicians are provided with a variety of equipment to bury drops in support of our customer. This can include vibrator plows, boring machines and hand tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify located utilities to prevent damage.
• Locate unmarked utilities and customer-owned equipment (e.g., dog fences, irrigation systems).
• Restore job sites to their original condition after work completion.
• Interpret work drawings and instructions, completing necessary paperwork.
• Review all requested and existing services with customers before installing new drops.
• Operate trenching and boring equipment for burying cable.
• Use handheld units for retrieving and clearing job tasks.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Document all tasks, timely and accurately.
• Ensure responsibility for any damages incurred during work.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Operate machinery including trenching and boring equipment for burying cable.
• The ability to walk 1/2 mile + while operating following a drop plow that places service cable.
• Ability to work the schedule including overtime as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication ability.
• Ability to work independently or as a team player.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Completion of background and MVR checks required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to walk over ½ mile while operating a drop plow for cable installation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime as needed.

BENEFITS:

• Company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
• Dynamic environment with diverse growth opportunities
• Emphasis on learning and development to support career and personal growth
• Work-life balance - 120 hours paid time off (PTO) after 90-day probation period
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• 6 major paid holidays off
• 401(k) plan with company match.

EOE STATEMENT:

Wire 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Wire 3 is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Wire 3 are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Wire 3 will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Wire 3 encourages applicants of all ages.