Field Fiber & Cable Install Technician

Uniti; Blakely (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Uniti's Kinetic unit is seeking a Buried Drop Technician in Georgia to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the hub to customers’ homes. This hands-on role emphasizes safety and customer service while connecting customers to internet, voice, and entertainment services.

As an entry level full-time technician, you will follow drawings, complete paperwork, promote Kinetic products, train others, and operate field equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk ½ mile or more while operating a drop plow.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable to connect network to residences.
• Use technical skills and customer focus to create meaningful connections with customers.
• Interpret work drawings and complete necessary paperwork.
• Promote Kinetic products and services.
• Train new employees in daily tasks.
• Operate handheld computer for job tasks.
• Perform locates on underground facilities when applicable.
• Operate trenching and boring equipment for burying cables.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Color recognition

Job description

Uniti's Kinetic unit is seeking a Buried Drop Technician in Georgia to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the hub to customers’ homes. This hands-on role emphasizes safety and customer service while connecting customers to internet, voice, and entertainment services.

As an entry level full-time technician, you will follow drawings, complete paperwork, promote Kinetic products, train others, and operate field equipment.