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Telephone and Data Systems Inc. · Delavan, WI, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 23 – 41 a hour
Posted Aug 17, 2026
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Overview
Join our Internal Constrcution Crew (ICC) in Delavan, WI!
The Fiber Construction Technician performs the general labor associated with outside plant construction for PON/fiber optic networks. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with the installation of communications facilities (both buried and aerial). Work is performed in accordance with state and local regulations in a safe manner.
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Training:
As a Fiber Construction Technician , you will have the opportunity to obtain a Class A CDL through our in-house training program. You will attend safety training at one of our new facilities where you will also be trained on Pole Climbing and Bucket Trucks. On-the-job training includes exposure to various construction equipment including Directional Drill Rigs, Mini Excavators, Trenchers, and Locators. Fiber optic training includes Fusion Splicing, Fault Detection, and exposure to OTDRs and other advanced testing equipment.
The duration of training varies based on the team assignment. Training for underground teams is 3 weeks, with an additional 1 week required for aerial training. Depending on factors such as market needs, prior skills, and team size, some individuals may only complete underground training, while others may undergo the full 4-week program, including aerial training.
**This position may be eligible for relocation assistance. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.**
Responsibilities
Performs general construction labor in various weather conditions while utilizing safety fundamentals.
Assists with and performs the transportation of required construction equipment to and from the worksite.
Assists with and performs the placement of new aerial and buried fiber according to maps, staking sheets, and locate markings.
Uses hand tools, cable locators, and test equipment.
Installs and/or sets enclosures (buried and aerial) vaults, pedestals, and handholes.
Climbs poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed; uses bucket truck when required.
Marks/labels fiber optic and/or copper facilities.
Uses dispatching application and associated tools.
Assists with fiber splicing and repairs.
Assists with outside plant preventative maintenance.
Services, cleans, maintains, and repairs equipment.
Completes all related paperwork in a timely manner.
Provides assistance to field services technicians, as needed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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 in order to meet TDS’s business needs including but not limited to our obligations to our…