Fiber Optic Drop Installer

Fiber Optic Drop Installer

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Location: Ogden, UT

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on Fiber Optic Drop Installer to help bring high-speed fiber internet directly to our customers’ homes. In this role, you’ll be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining fiber optic drop cables and related hardware from the network to the residence.

You’ll work in the field, interact with homeowners, and take pride in delivering clean, professional installations that represent Connext’s commitment to quality and service.

What You’ll Do

• Communicate with homeowners to confirm and verify the installation path to the home
• Install Fiber Optic Network Interface Devices (NIDs)
• Install fiber through conduit from drop vaults to the side of the home
• Couple and extend conduit from existing conduit to the NID
• Perform aerial fiber installations from utility poles to the designated NID location
• Install fiber drops into Network Access Points (NAPs), both underground and aerial
• Test installed fiber drops to ensure proper signal and performance
• Dig, install, repair, or re-install damaged conduit and fiber as needed
• Restore trenches, sod, and work areas to an acceptable standard
• Safely operate utility trucks, equipment, and hand tools
• Maintain a professional, safety-focused approach on every job site

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Comfort performing physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, crouching, lifting, and reaching throughout the workday
• Ability to work while wearing required safety gear (boots, hardhat, safety glasses, etc.)
• Availability to work full-time (8 hours per day, 5 days per week), with occasional overtime, weekends, after-hours, or on-call work as needed

Work Environment

This role involves working outdoors and may include exposure to:

• Extreme heat or cold
• Wind, rain, snow, sleet, and dust
• Uneven terrain and adverse driving conditions
• Dust, fumes, or other airborne particles

Safety is a top priority, and all work is performed following company and OSHA safety standards.

Why Work With Us

At Connext, we don’t just install fiber — we build communities and careers. We’re committed to supporting our employees with competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Company-provided equipment and safety gear
• A supportive team environment that values hard work and reliability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person