Underground Cable Installer - Field Technician

Colonial Group; Birdsboro (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This entry-level full-time field role emphasizes safety and customer service, with opportunities for growth in fiber optic and telecommunications careers.

Responsibilities include installation, paperwork, sales, training new staff, and operating equipment. Candidates should be able to lift up to 70 pounds and pass a DOT physical.

Qualifications

• Basic technology and math skills.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber, and coaxial drop cable to connect Kinetic’s network to customers’ residences.
• Use your technical expertise and customer focus to create meaningful connections with customers.
• Interpret work drawings and instructions and complete necessary paperwork.
• Sell and promote Kinetic products and services.
• Train new employees in daily job functions.
• Operate hand-held computer for retrieving and clearing job tasks.
• Perform locates on underground facilities, as applicable, during job tasks, such as locating gas, power, and communication lines.
• Operate machinery including trenching and boring equipment for burying cables.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Job description

Kinetic is seeking a Buried Drop Technician to install buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to customers’ homes. This entry-level full-time field role emphasizes safety and customer service, with opportunities for growth in fiber optic and telecommunications careers.

Responsibilities include installation, paperwork, sales, training new staff, and operating equipment. Candidates should be able to lift up to 70 pounds and pass a DOT physical.