Field Technician

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Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission‑critical connectivity across the United States. With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates, and delivers critical fiber‑based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.

The Field Technician I will be responsible for managing and maintaining a territory, performing on‑site or in‑house installation, integration, servicing and/or troubleshooting network equipment and fiber optic plant within the Uniti footprint. This position is important to the overall effective operations of the organization and contributes to the overall achievement of the organization's established quality objectives.

• Install different types of network gear at cellular sites, central offices, carrier POPs, enterprise facilities, military bases, schools, and more
• Troubleshoot and solve issues in a timely manner
• Log into switches and take instructions from the NOC or engineer in charge
• Work on call through the weekends and after regular duty hours
• Install electrical conductor, data conductor, and fiber optic cable
• Install pull boxes, conduit, poles and foundations
• Assist with testing of devices to ensure functionality
• Perform other duties as assigned

• A high school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of fiber optic splicing and understanding of how to handle, clean, and troubleshoot optical fibers and connectors
• Basic knowledge of AC and DC voltage
• Ability to work with +24 and
  -48 power
• Capability of working independently and being on call for any issues/work in your remote area
• Dedication to working with the mindset of “safety first”
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Ability to work weekends and be on call rotations, and to travel overnight as required
• Ability to maintain a neat/clean and professional appearance that reflects well on the company and clients
• All‑around good attitude and aptitude to learn and grow

• Technical degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to travel and move where needed is desirable
• Related work experience is a plus

• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a stressful environment while maintaining a positive and pleasant attitude with others
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast‑paced office environment
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends

Physical Tasks – Standing continuously: 67‑100%;
Walking continuously: 67‑100%;
Sitting occasionally: 0‑33%.

Driving – Car:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Van:
Continuously 67‑100%; CMV:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Climbing:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Bending:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Crouching:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Pushing‑Pulling:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Carrying:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Reaching above head:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Lifting‑lowering >1‑15 lbs:
Continuously 67‑100%; >15‑30 lbs:
Continuously 67‑100%; >30+ lbs:
Continuously 67‑100%.

Repetitive hand action – Fine manipulating:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Operate foot control:
Occasionally 0‑33%.

Audio‑Visual needs – Hearing:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Near vision:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Far vision:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Peripheral vision:
Continuously 67‑100%;
Depth perception:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Color discrimination: 34‑66%.

Exposures – Cold:
Frequently 34‑66%;
Heat:
Frequently 34‑66%;
Dampness:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Heights:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Vibration:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Skin irritants:
Occasionally 0‑33%;
Lung irritants:
Dust – Occasionally 0‑33%;
Fumes/Gases – Occasionally 0‑33%.

Equipment used in job performance/working environment:
Test equipment, ladders, climbing hooks, hand and power tools, van.

Types of driver’s license required:
Driver’s license.

• Medical, dental, vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
• Health and 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…