TDS Telecom-posted 3 months ago
$22 - $33/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Appleton, WI
1,001-5,000 employees
Telecommunications

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? Join Our Team as an Outside Plant Construction Technician I in Appleton, WI! Are you ready to be part of a team that's transforming the way communities stay connected? Join us as an Outside Plant Construction Technician I in Appleton, WI, where you'll play a hands-on role in building the infrastructure powering tomorrow's communication networks. From installing cutting-edge fiber optic systems to ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, this position offers the perfect blend of physical, technical, and impactful work. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in dynamic environments, keep reading to discover how you can shape the future with us! This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus! (Payout terms apply)

  • Conduct general construction tasks in various weather conditions, adhering to safety standards.
  • Aids in transporting construction equipment to and from the worksite.
  • Assists with and executes the installation of aerial and buried fiber based on maps, staking sheets, and locate markings.
  • Operates hand tools, cable locators, and testing equipment as needed.
  • Installs and sets enclosures, including buried and aerial vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
  • Climbs poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as required, utilizing a bucket truck when necessary.
  • Labels and marks fiber optic and copper facilities accurately.
  • Utilizes dispatching applications and relevant tools for project coordination.
  • Supports fiber splicing, repairs, and outside plant maintenance activities.
  • Restores landscapes to original condition upon project completion.
  • 6+ months experience in any combination of customer service, electrical or utility construction, technical certification (or higher), current military service, or prior military service with honorable discharge.
  • Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines in order to meet TDS's business needs including but not limited to our obligations to our customers and to our customers' needs.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.
  • Ability to obtain a Class A CDL (current CDL preferred; in-house training and certification available).
  • Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles.
  • Successful completion of safety training and customer-specific requirements, including possible background checks.
  • Physically capable of climbing, kneeling, digging, lifting, and pulling as needed.
  • Basic knowledge of telecommunications products and services.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Willingness to travel, work overtime, and adapt to various shifts as needed.
  • 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
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
  • TDS Service Discounts (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
  • Education Assistance (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
  • Paid Volunteer Time (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
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