We are working on Hawaiian Telcom's Fiber Broadband Infrastructure Project to expand middle-mile infrastructure throughout the State of Hawaii. Hawaiian Telcom's project will build 15 new middle-mile fiber routes, over land and undersea, to better connect the islands. For the Drop Technician role, we are open to candidates with no experience who are reliable, hard-working, and interested in learning the trade and career in Telecommunications with a reputable company. Drop Technician Job Details & Requirements: -No Experience=$19 hourly -Some experience with Cat5/Cat6/Fiber Optic experience=$20-$21 hourly -Hours of work are Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm -Company Van and Tool Kit are provided (must have valid DL) -High School Diploma -You must be able to pass a drug and background check. Growth/Promotion : -Average time for promotion takes 9 months to move into Install Technician role à Technician -Once hit 9 months, they will sponsor your Secret Clearance for government projects Top Skills' Details 1) Experience with pulling and terminating cable, conducting surveys, and BICSI knowledge (if not certified). The individual would need to possess enough experience to be able to do installations on their own. 2) Ability to carry 50 lbs or more as the equipment and tools are heavy. For instance, their ladders are heavy and awkward to carry. 3) Ability to provide great customer service as they will be servicing residential and commercial customers. Job Description/Responsibilities: Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon optic cables. Construct a proper splice case, including but not limited to: grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing. Read and interpret work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task. Be familiar with BICSI standards, read and follow design engineers’ instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures. Interpret buried underground and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field with clarity and detail and make recommendations for changes in running line or construction methodologies. Maintain inside and outside plant records during installation. Perform routine maintenance. Recognize and repair route issues including maintenance and hand hole cleanup, and sign placement. Connect wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lihue,HI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.