West End, NC · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Drop Bury Assistant Location: Pinehurst NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $18-$24/hr Job Summary Assists with drop bury work including trenching, cable placement, burial, and restoration tasks. Key ...
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West End, NC · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
Drop Bury Assistant Location: Pinehurst NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $18-$24/hr Job Summary Assists with drop bury work including trenching, cable placement, burial, and restoration tasks. Key ...
West End, NC · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Drop Bury Team Lead Location: Pinehurst NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $25-$30/hr Job Summary Leads drop bury operations including underground fiber placement, cable burial, restoration, and pathway ...
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West End, NC · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Drop Bury Team Lead Location: Pinehurst NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $25-$30/hr Job Summary Leads drop bury operations including underground fiber placement, cable burial, restoration, and pathway ...
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Omaha, NE · On-site
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Grand Rapids, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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San Antonio, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
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San Antonio, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
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Houston, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Ez Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 ...
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Houston, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Ez Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 ...
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$300 - $1.5K/wk
Perform drop bury operations in residential and commercial areas * Dig trenches and work outdoors in various weather conditions * Complete basic fiber splicing tasks * Maintain a safe and ...
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San Antonio, TX · On-site
$300 - $1.5K/wk
Perform drop bury operations in residential and commercial areas * Dig trenches and work outdoors in various weather conditions * Complete basic fiber splicing tasks * Maintain a safe and ...
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$23/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$23/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$23/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Des Moines, IA · On-site
$23/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Austin, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
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Austin, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
$22.50/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Battle Creek, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$24/hr
Drop Bury Technicians are responsible for first correctly, safely, and efficiently locating underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer ...
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Austin, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
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Austin, TX · On-site
$1.4K - $1.5K/yr
Job Overview We are seeking a skilled,reliable and motivated experienced Drop Bury Technician to install and maintain underground Fiber for residential and commercial properties. As a 1099 contractor ...
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Drop bury jobs focus on taking steps to install and maintain cables and fiber optic connections underground. As a drop bury technician, you install cable in the ground or access it for repair jobs. A technician or drop bury crew member assesses the wire and may replace it if necessary. You may operate various pieces of digging equipment depending on the scope of the project. The duties of a crew foreman or quality control inspector involve overseeing drop bury projects, ensuring that they meet quality standards, and ensuring that the crew follows safety procedures.
| Aspect | Drop Bury | Excavator Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | OSHA certification, safety training | OSHA certification, safety training |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, utility projects | Construction sites, excavation projects |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Utility companies, construction firms | Construction companies, excavation services |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Drop Bury workers focus on safely placing utility lines or pipes underground, often involving precise handling of materials. Excavator Operators operate heavy machinery to dig trenches, foundations, or holes. While both roles are essential in construction and utility projects, Drop Bury specialists typically work with utility installation tasks, whereas Excavator Operators handle earthmoving equipment. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit for their skills and project needs.
$18 - $24/hr
Full-time
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Drop Bury Assistant
Location: Pinehurst
NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $18–$24/hr
Job Summary Assists with drop bury work including trenching, cable placement, burial, and restoration tasks.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist with hand trenching and machine trenching
• Bury cable from home to curb
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment
• Support fiber placement and routing
• Maintain safe worksite practices
Requirements
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work
• Valid driver’s license preferred
