Buried Drop Tech

Job Description Job ID: This Position Follows a Union Bidding Process Windstream is a leading telecommunications company that connects homeowners, small businesses, enterprise business and carrier partners across the United States. As a Windstream 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. Our team of Buried Drop Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value. What You'll Do: Perform the physical installation of buried copper, fiber & coaxial drop cable to connect Windstream'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 Windstream products and services. Train new employees on daily job functions. Operate hand-held computer for retrieving and clearing job tasks. Operate machinery including trenching and boring equipment for burying cable. Do You Have? The ability to walk mile + while operating following 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. Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds. 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. Our Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans Identify Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance 401K Plan Health & Flexible Savings Account Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans Educational Assistance Plan Windstream CIB Statement: Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve. Our Employee Resource Groups: WinVets - Veteran Employee Resource Group WOW - Women Employee Resource Group WINPRIDE - LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group WBPN - Black Professional Resource Group WARG - Ability Resource Group LaFamilia - Hispanic Resource Group About Us: Windstream is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S. Windstream offers bundled services, including broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers. The company also provides data, cloud solutions, unified communications and managed services to business and enterprise clients. The company supplies core transport solutions on a local and long-haul fiber-optic network spanning approximately 150,000 miles. IND123 Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience. Job Requirements Qualifications This is a safety sensitive position. EEO Statement: Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, 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, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.