Drop Installation Tech I

TDS Telecom; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

TDS Telecom in Eau Claire, WI is hiring a Drop Installation Technician I to perform fiber drop installation tasks in accordance with safety standards and regulations. The role requires a valid driver's license, DOT eligibility, and the ability to work overtime or various shifts, with relocation constraint within 60 minutes of Eau Claire.

You will help install drop facilities, splice fibers, handle equipment, and complete paperwork while supporting field services teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor.
• Transport construction equipment to and from worksite.
• Place new drop facilities and install enclosures (buried and aerial), vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
• Mark and label fiber optic and copper facilities.
• Assist with fiber splicing and repairs.
• Complete related paperwork.
• Provide assistance to field services technicians as needed.

Job description

Drop Installation Tech I

Location: US-WI-Eau Claire

Job ID: 2026-29653

Company: TDS Telecom

Pay Range: $22.62 - $33.94 per hour

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

The Drop Installation Technician I performs the general labor associated with the installation of fiber optic drop facilities. Work is performed in accordance with state and local regulations in a safe manner.

Due to in‑field support and on‑call requirements, the individual selected for this position will be required to reside within a 60‑minute driving distance from Eau Claire, WI.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor.
  • Assist with and perform the transportation of required construction equipment to and from the worksite.
  • Assist with and perform the placement of new drop facilities.
  • Install and/or set enclosures (buried and aerial), vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
  • Mark/label fiber optic and/or copper facilities.
  • Assist with fiber splicing and repairs.
  • Perform landscape restoration after project completion.
  • Service, clean, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Complete all related paperwork.
• Provide assistance to field services technicians, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines to meet business needs, including obligations to customers.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Physical requirements may vary: ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures; ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.
• Upon hire, must successfully pass all components of the Safety Course curriculum.
• Upon hire, must successfully complete customer‑specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by the customer.
• Basic understanding of telecommunication products and services.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to multi‑task.
• May require occasional travel.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; may be required to work various swing shifts as business needs dictate.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must also be able to climb poles, ladders, towers or other structures. The associate is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell. The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well‑being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well‑being is a top priority!

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high‑speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid‑size urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting‑edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. Visit tdstelecom.com to learn more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the differences of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.