Fiber Drop Technician – Field Install & Customer Connect

Uniti Group Inc.; Nebraska City (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This entry-level full-time role focuses on field installation, safety, and customer service, with opportunities for growth in fiber optic and telecom careers.

The position requires physical labor, the ability to travel for training, and a strong safety mindset to ensure quality workmanship in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Must be safety-minded and able to perform field work outdoors.
• Customer service skills to connect with customers.
• Good physical stamina and ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Basic math and technical aptitude for equipment setup.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable installation from hub to customer homes.
• Provide customer-focused service and promote Kinetic products.
• Interpret drawings, complete paperwork and stay aligned with safety standards.
• Train new employees in daily job functions as needed.
• Operate handheld computer to manage tasks and update job status.
• Perform underground locates and work with trenching/burial equipment as required.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Customer service

Physical stamina

Basic math skills

Valid driver’s license

Hand-held computer

Locates equipment

Tools

Hand-held computer

Locating equipment

Job description

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This entry-level full-time role focuses on field installation, safety, and customer service, with opportunities for growth in fiber optic and telecom careers.

The position requires physical labor, the ability to travel for training, and a strong safety mindset to ensure quality workmanship in outdoor environments.