Senior Fiber Construction Technician

TDS Telecommunications LLC; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 4,153,464 - 6,230,884; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Leave

Job summary

TDS Telecom in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Senior Fiber Construction Technician to oversee the construction and maintenance of PON/fiber network facilities. The role involves operating trenchers, backhoes, plows, and coordinating with internal and external teams to keep projects on schedule.

You will read plans, manage budgets, ensure safety protocols, perform field tests, and train team members. Occasional travel and a valid CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction equipment operation with trenchers, backhoes, end loaders, plows or military service equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience leading individuals or teams through mentorship or project management.
• Valid driver's license and eligibility for DOT requirements.
• Ability to obtain Class A CDL; in-house training available.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and maintenance of fiber outside plant facilities and reads construction plans.
• Coordinate with supervisor and resources to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Ensure safety protocols are enforced and perform quality control inspections.
• Engage municipalities, utilities, suppliers, contractors, and property owners to coordinate tasks.

Skills

Equipment operation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

CDL readiness

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?

Senior Fiber Construction Technician

The Senior Fiber Construction Technician oversees the construction and maintenance of PON/fiber network communications facilities in TDS Telecom serving areas. Performs advanced operation of construction equipment which includes, but is not limited to, trenchers, backhoes, end loaders, and plows. Manages the overall project while coordinating with internal and external resources. Ensures the entire team operates according to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Receives maps and staking sheets for the full construction project and ensures the project is built with limited guidance from supervisors.
• Communicates updates to the project team as required.
• Manages daily and weekly project work based on deadlines, material and equipment availability, weather, and other factors.
• Coordinates with supervisor to ensure continual supply of work and availability of materials.
• Drafts and submits redlines upon completion of project.
• Ensures locates are performed on time and prior to team and equipment arriving at the worksite.
• Regularly engages municipalities, utility companies, suppliers, contractors, and property owners in order to smoothly coordinate project tasks and avoid disputes.
• Reads construction plans and municipality permits, and determines approach for completing work.
• Maintains all project documentation and records costs of project materials and material transfers.
• Ensures DOT inspections are performed on equipment.
• Works with project managers to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Performs general construction labor in various weather conditions while utilizing safety fundamentals.
• Advanced operation of trenchers, backhoes, end loaders, plows, and other excavating equipment to construct and maintain outside plant cable facilities.
• Advanced operation of all test equipment associated with outside plant facilities and construction duties.
• Installs, troubleshoots, tests, splices, repairs, and maintains fiber optic facilities.
• Identifies location of defective cable using various test equipment and repairs buried, aerial, underground, and/or customer cable.
• Locates cable and fiber in response to customer requests and/or construction needs.
• Performs cable fault acceptance tests on newly constructed facilities.
• Actively trains, monitors, and coaches team members while sharing construction knowledge and experience; performs quality control inspections and makes training recommendations; ensures safety protocols are enforced.
• Services, cleans, maintains, and repairs equipment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction equipment operation utilizing various underground and aerial construction equipment such as directional drills, trencher/plow/rock saw, backhoe, or bucket trucks -or- current military service, or prior military service with honorable discharge.
• 1+ years of experience leading individuals and/or teams through mentorship, job coaching, and project management.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines to meet TDS’s business needs including obligations to customers.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL; a current CDL is preferred at hire, but TDS will train and certify eligible associates through its in‑house CDL certification program after hire.
• Physical requirements may vary based on company needs: Ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed; ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.
• Upon hire, must successfully pass all components of the Safety Training course curriculum.
• Upon hire, must successfully complete customer‑specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by the customer.
• Preferred 2+ years’ experience in the construction of fiber optic cable outside plant networks -or- 2+ years installation of any underground or overhead utilities will be considered.
• 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.

Benefits

20+ Hours per Week

• 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

30+ Hours per Week

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

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.)

$30.15/Hr. - $45.23/Hr.