Outside Plant Construction Technician I

TDS•Meridian, ID

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as an Outside Plant Construction Technician I in Meridian, ID! This hands-on role involves building the infrastructure for communication networks, including installing fiber optic systems and ensuring compliance with regulations. It offers a blend of physical, technical, and impactful work for those passionate about making a difference in dynamic environments. This position is eligible for a $5,000 referral bonus and may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

6+ months experience in any combination of the following areas: customer service, electrical or utility construction, -OR-technical certification (or higher) -OR- current military service, or prior military service with honorable discharge.
Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.
Ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
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.
Proven organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.

Nice To Haves

A current CDL is preferred at hire, but TDS will train and certify eligible associates through its in-house CDL certification program after hire.
Horizontal directional drilling experience preferred.
Basic understanding of telecommunication products and services.
May require occasional travel.
May be required to work various/swing shifts as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

Conduct general construction tasks in various weather conditions, adhering to safety standards.
Aid in transporting construction equipment to and from the worksite.
Assist with and execute the installation of aerial and buried fiber based on maps, staking sheets, and locate markings.
Operate hand tools, cable locators, and testing equipment as needed.
Install and set enclosures, including buried and aerial vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
Climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as required, utilizing a bucket truck when necessary.
Label and mark fiber optic and copper facilities accurately.
Utilize dispatching applications and relevant tools for project coordination.
Support fiber splicing, repairs, and outside plant maintenance activities.
Restore landscapes to original condition upon project completion.