Drop Bury Technician / Underground Utility Technician

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain telecommunications, broadband, and utility service lines in Elmira, NY. The ideal candidate will be skilled in outdoor work, safety compliance, and customer communication while delivering high-quality installations.

Responsibilities

• Install and bury telecommunications, broadband, and utility service lines
• Perform residential and commercial drop installations
• Restore landscaping and property following installation work
• Locate and expose utility paths as needed for installation activities
• Coordinate with utility locating services and follow established safety requirements
• Install conduit, cable, and related telecommunications infrastructure
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation challenges in the field
• Maintain accurate work documentation and job completion records

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds regularly
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Availability to work flexible schedule including weekends and evenings as needed
• Experience in telecommunications, utility construction, cable installation, fiber installation, landscaping, excavation, or related field
• Experience operating trenching equipment, cable placement tools, or fiber installation equipment
• Experience with utility locating equipment
• Customer service experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience as a directional drilling assistant or low voltage technician
• Familiarity with restoration and landscaping tools