Drop Installation Tech I

TDS Telecommunications LLC; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

TDS Telecom is seeking a Drop Installation Technician I to perform general labor for installing fiber optic drop facilities. The role requires residence within a 60-minute drive of Eau Claire, WI and adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include transporting equipment, installing drop facilities, enclosures, and handholes, labeling facilities, assisting with fiber splicing, and completing related paperwork. It may require some travel and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.
• Ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures.
• Willingness to work overtime and varied shifts as needed.
• Must pass Safety Course curriculum and customer-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor and transport construction equipment to the site.
• Install and set enclosures, vaults, pedestals, and handholes (buried or aerial).
• Mark fiber optic and copper facilities and assist with fiber splicing.
• Complete related paperwork and support field services technicians.
• Perform landscape restoration after project completion and maintain equipment.

Skills

Valid driver's license

DOT compliance eligibility

Pole/climb ability

Overtime willingness

Job description

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?

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications

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

The associate regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel and to talk or hear. The associate frequently stands; walks; stands stooped, kneels, crouches or crawls. The associate must also climb poles, ladders, towers, or other structures. The associate occasionally sits, reaches with hands and arms, climbs or balances, and tastes or smells. 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 include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• 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

All associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

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‑sized 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 difference 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.

Pay Range (Hr./Yr.)

$22.62/Hr. - $33.94/Hr.