Horizontal Directional Driller Fiber

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Horizontal Directional Driller - Fiber ConstructionJob Locations US-WI-Appleton ID 2026-28645 Company TDS Telecom Pay Range$0.00 - $0.00 Sign-On Bonus $5,000 Overview Ready to roll up yoursleeves and bring cutting-edge fiber technology to life? As part of ourHorizontal Directional Drilling Team, you'll be at the heart ofbuilding and maintaining our state-of-the-art PON/fiber network. If youenjoy working outdoors, learning highdemand technical skills, and makinga real impact on your community, this role is for you. This position isfulltime, yearround, and typically works close to home with only limitedtravel required for training. Join our Outside Plant Construction Teamin Appleton, WI Starting pay ranges from $28-$32 per hour, withpotential for more based on skills and experience. This role includes a$5,000 signon bonus (payout terms apply) and may qualify for relocationassistance. Outside Plant Construction Technicians can also earn up to$75 per week in incentives when your team meets production targets.From installing buried and aerial fiber facilities to masteringconstruction equipment like trenchers, backhoes, end loaders, and plows,you'll make a real impact every day. You'll also install, test,troubleshoot, and repair fiber facilities to keep our customersconnected. If you love working with your hands, being outdoors, andmaking a difference in your community, this is the role for you WhatYou'll Do: Operate horizontal directional drill or locate for thedrill. Install, maintain, test, and repair buried and aerial fiberlines. Operate construction equipment such as trenchers, plows,excavators, and locators. Set pedestals, vaults, handholes, and otheroutside plant infrastructure. Climb poles, ladders, and structures;operate bucket trucks as needed. Support fiber splicing and repairactivities. Restore job sites and keep accurate project labels andmarkings. Why You'll Love This Role: Handson, outdoor work buildingreal infrastructure that matters. Flexible, fulltime yearround schedule.Work with a company that has 50+ years of telecom experience and astrong reputation for fiber innovation. Training: Safety training, poleclimbing, bucket truck operation. Fiber optic basics: fusion splicing,fault detection, OTDR. Construction equipment operation (drill rigs,trenchers, mini excavators). CDL training for qualified associates. Theduration of training varies based on the team... For full info followapplication link. Employment at TDS is subject to post-offer,pre-employment drug testing. At TDS, we embrace Equal EmploymentOpportunity by valuing our differences and consider all qualifiedapplicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as aprotected veteran or any other status protected by law. To learn aboutour diversity & inclusion philosophy and culture, click here APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/396C83CA0D6345F1

Created: 2026-02-02