Fiber Bury Technician

Nextlink Internet

Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time with overtime

Employer paid medical, dental, and vis

401K with a match

Training provided

Career advancement opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Nextlink Internet is seeking a field installation technician to perform fiber drop plow operations, bore under driveways, and install conduit for fiber drops. The role involves customer interaction, outdoor work, and coordination with crews to ensure proper placement of equipment.

Candidates should be comfortable with outdoor environments, able to lift heavy equipment, and able to pass drug and background checks. Travel up to 30% may be required in some assignments.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Experience with basic hand tools.
Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment and work outdoors.
Good organization and effective communication, verbally and in writing.
Must pass drug screening and criminal background check.
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Operate fiber drop plow and bore under driveways.
Install conduit path under driveways and sidewalks for fiber drops.
Landscaping restoration; clean up work area.
Customer facing; communicate with customers on drop and equipment placement.
Take photos of work completed and document any property damage.
Record any damage to customer property during installation.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Lifting/pulling heavy equipment

Organization & communication

Outdoor teamwork

Drug screening & background check

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Job Summary

The applicant will have the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully operate the fiber drop plow, bore under driveways, use utility locating equipment, hand dig utility potholes, install vaults, landscaping restoration, and communicate with customers on drop and equipment placement.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsible for company provided vehicle, tools, equipment, and supplies
Installing conduit path under driveways and sidewalks for fiber drops
Landscaping restoration
Customer facing
Clean up work area after installations
Take pictures of work completed/ installation
Record any damage to customer property during installation
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Willing to follow directions and completing tasks delegated by leadership
Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
Good organization skills and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
Comfortable working outdoors in a team environment
Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
Must have a valid driver's license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Experience with basic hand tools

Job Classification

Field Operations: Installation – Fiber Non-Exempt

Work Environment/Hazards

Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
Moderate noise level
Use of PPE
Working on elevated structures such as roofs, attics, and on ladders
High level of interaction with external/internal clients

Physical Demands

Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of at least 75 pounds or more
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
Must be able to climb roof tops of all types and perform job duties from high places.
Must be able to work in small areas such as customer attics
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position
Frequently required to use hand and power tools

Working Hours/Days

Full Time Min 40 hours, flexible schedule Overtime as needed

Travel Requirements

0-30% travel required

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities. Take a look below at our different career offerings.

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