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Drop Installation Technician I Job Locations US-WA-Spokane | US-ID-Coeur d' Alene ID 2024-23626 Company TDS Telecom Pay Range $22.18 - $33.28 Overview As a Drop Installation Technician I, you will perform the general labor associated with the installation of fiber optic drop facilities. Work is performed in accordance with state and local regulations in a safe manner. The pay range listed for this position represents the low and high end of the base compensation range. The actual offer amount will carefully consider multiple factors, such as relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, location and/or competencies that align with the specified role. Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and equity awards. TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Metrocom/TDS) is a leading provider of fiber internet service. With more than 50 years of experience, the growing communications company is building and deploying new, fiber optic networks in neighborhoods across the country to deliver up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds to homes and up to 10 Gigabit internet speeds to businesses. In addition, TDS provides innovative TV entertainment and advanced phone services. Visit tdsfiber.com to learn more. TDS provides communications services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the United States. The company employs more than 3,400 people nationwide and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS Inc.) [NYSE: TDS]. Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless, broadband, video and voice; and hosted and managed services to approximately 6 million connections nationwide through its businesses: UScellular, TDS Telecom, and OneNeck IT Solutions. Visit tdsinc.com for more information. Responsibilities Perform general construction labor: Assist with and perform the transportation of required construction equipment to and from the worksite. Assist with and perform the placement of new drop facilities. Install and/or sets enclosures (buried and aerial) vaults, pedestals, and handholes. Mark/label fiber optic and/or copper facilities. Assist with fiber splicing and repairs. Perform landscape restoration after project completion. Service, clean, maintains, and repairs equipment. Complete all related paperwork. Provide assistance to field services technicians, as needed The functions listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications 6+ months experience in any combination of the following areas: customer service, electrical or utility construction, or TDS Telecom Field Services internship -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 customers and to our customers' needs. 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 complete customer-specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by