Buried Drop Technician-FO - ( 24000045 )

　　Description

　　About the Role:

　　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 ½ 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.

　　High School Degree or GED equivalent.

　　A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

　　Ability to pass pre-employment DOT physical.

　　Our Benefits:

　　https://windstreambenefits.com

　　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.

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

　　Qualifications

　　This is a safety sensitive position.

　　Primary Location : US-North Carolina-Albemarle

　　Work Locations :

　　Albemarle NC 250 N 1st St

　　250 N 1st St

　　Albemarle 28001-3903

　　Job Category : Field Operations

　　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.

　　Req ID: 24000045

　　Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer including minority/female/disability/veteran; Without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. Windstream is a drug-free workplace.