Kinetic Buried Drop Technician

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi‑Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in across the U.S. Additional information about Kinetic is available at

As a technician working on the buried drop team, you will perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber, and coaxial cable from the network hub to the customers’ residence. Ability to travel overnight, including out of state based on business needs.

Our team of Buried Drop Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value.

This is a safety sensitive position.

• Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber & coaxial drop cable to connect Kinetics's network to the customers’ residence.
• 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 on 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 cable.
• All other tasks as assigned.

• The ability to walk ½ mile + while operating a drop plow that places service cable.
• Ability to work the schedule including overtime, callouts, and standby as needed.
• Basic technology and math skills.
• Ability to distinguish colors present in color‑coded cable.
• The employee must be able to meet equipment with a maximum load capacity ranging from 275 lbs. to 325 lbs., depending on the equipment available at that location.
• Ability to successfully complete required training, including overnight travel out-of-state.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment DOT physical.

Standing: 67-100%;
Walking: 67-100%;
Sitting: 0-33%

Driving:
Car 0-33%, Van 67-100%, CMV 0-33%;
Climbing 67-100%;
Bending 67-100%;
Crouching 67-100%;
Pushing‑Pulling 67-100%;
Carrying 67-100%;
Reaching Above Head 67-100%;
Lifting/Lowering 1-15 lbs 67-100%; 15-30 lbs 67-100%; >30 lbs 67-100%

Medium Dexterity: 67-100%;
Fine Manipulating: 67-100%;
Operate Foot Control: 0-33%

Hearing: 67-100%;
Near Vision: 67-100%;
Far Vision: 67-100%;
Peripheral Vision: 67-100%;
Depth Perception: 0-33%;
Color Discrimination: 34-66%

Cold: 34-66%;
Heat: 34-66%;
Dampness: 0-33%;
Heights: 0-33%;
Vibration: 0-33%;
Skin Irritants: 0-33%;
Lung Irritants - Dust: 0-33%;
Fumes/Gases: 0-33%

Test Equipment, Hand and Power Tools, Van

Driver’s License

• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan

Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required…