Drop Crew Technician

Job overview

The Drop Crew Technician role is in person in Newton, NJ. Compensation is $22–$27 per hour. Planet Networks is seeking technicians to support fiber optic installations. The technician buries underground fiber drop cables in preparation for customer installations, tests cable connections, and helps prepare and restore work sites. The role supports reliable fiber service through safe installation practices, equipment upkeep, and coordination with project teams and customers.

What you'll do

• Bury drop cables using a Vermeer PTX42, boring missile, or hand trenching
• terminate cable inside mounted enclosures and perform light tests
• inspect and maintain equipment
• handle conduit, fiber cable, vaults, and pedestals
• locate utilities and scan sites
• follow safety requirements and use PPE
• document daily work and coordinate with project management, crews, and clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

drop crew technician

newton nj

fiber optic installation

underground cable

cable termination

light testing

equipment maintenance

utility locating

$22–$27/hr

401(k) match

paid holidays and vacation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays and vacation
• hands-on training and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Hands-on training and advancement opportunities are offered; aerial or bucket experience is preferred.

About the employer

Planet Networks is hiring for this role. Industry: Wired Telecommunications Carriers. Sector: 51.