Fiber Drop Technician

TEKsystems; Kahului (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Comprehensive health plan includingmed

401(k) plan with employer match

Opportunity to obtain a DoW Security

Job summary

TEKsystems Maui is seeking entry-level telecom technicians to support fiber optic and copper networks across Maui, Hawaii. The role involves installing, splicing, testing, and maintaining communication infrastructure for residential and commercial customers on a fully onsite project.

You will help with cable installations, system conditioning, and on-site troubleshooting while adhering to safety standards and documentation practices. Travel between islands may be required as projects expand.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of fiber optic and copper telecommunications systems.
• Familiarity with cable installation tools, including fiber splicers, cleavers, strippers, and trenching equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot network and service-related issues.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, equipment, and installation methods.
• Ability to work on-call, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure cable systems for internet, television, and telephone services.
• Place aerial and underground cable to connect customer locations.
• Install and maintain network infrastructure, including pedestals, handholes, vaults, and enclosures.
• Mark and label telecommunications facilities to support identification and troubleshooting.
• Assist with fiber optic splicing, testing, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Perform general construction labor, including cable placement through trenching, plowing, and boring methods.
• Conduct signal testing, troubleshooting, and service verification to ensure network performance.
• Restore landscaping and work areas following project completion.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in an organized and operational condition.
• Complete required documentation and work records accurately.
• Support senior technicians and installers as needed.
• Provide professional customer service by explaining services, answering questions, and assisting with equipment use.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Fiber optics

Copper telecom

Cable installation tools

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Communication skills

On-call availability

Willingness to learn

Tools

Fiber splicer tools

Cleavers

Strippers

Trenching equipment

Job description

Project Overview

Seeking entry-level telecom technicians to support the installation, maintenance, and expansion of fiber optic and copper telecommunications networks throughout Maui, Hawaii. This work supports ongoing network buildout efforts to connect residential and commercial customers to high-speed telecommunications services.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure cable systems for internet, television, and telephone services.
• Place aerial and underground cable to connect customer locations.
• Install and maintain network infrastructure, including pedestals, handholes, vaults, and enclosures.
• Mark and label telecommunications facilities to support identification and troubleshooting.
• Assist with fiber optic splicing, testing, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Perform general construction labor, including cable placement through trenching, plowing, and boring methods.
• Conduct signal testing, troubleshooting, and service verification to ensure network performance.
• Restore landscaping and work areas following project completion.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in an organized and operational condition.
• Complete required documentation and work records accurately.
• Support senior technicians and installers as needed.
• Provide professional customer service by explaining services, answering questions, and assisting with equipment use.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Basic understanding of fiber optic and copper telecommunications systems.
• Familiarity with cable installation tools and equipment, including fiber splicers, cleavers, strippers, and trenching equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot network and service-related issues.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, equipment, and installation methods.
• Ability to work on-call, weekends, and holidays as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including climbing ladders, lifting up to 50-80 lbs., digging, kneeling, and working in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work at heights and around construction equipment and active job sites.

Work Environment

• Combination of indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Exposure to noise, moving machinery, vehicles, electrical equipment, heights, heat, dust, fumes, and other construction-related conditions.
• Frequent use of close visual attention for reading plans, documentation, and electronic devices.

Additional Information

• Opportunity to obtain a security clearance.
• Supports large-scale fiber network expansion projects across Maui, Hawaii.
• Multiple openings are available, including opportunities for candidates willing to travel between islands to support project needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kahului, HI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $47840.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Opportunity to obtain a DoW Security Clearance.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kahului,HI.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.