[Hiring] Network Specialist I - OSP Construction @TDS Telecom

Role Description

In the Network Specialist I - OSP Construction role, you are responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations and states. You will be expected to work closely with representatives from Network Operations, associate managers, consultants, design engineers, and construction contractors for TDS Telecom Network Services to ensure that the needs of the company are being met.

• Responsible for the coordination of OSP projects and/or supervision of consultants.
• Provide technical support for special request projects such as major road moves or potential on-net builds.
• Work with Finance to ensure proper accounting of facilities placed.
• Interact with the legal department to ensure that the company is not at risk in any asset transfers.
• Assist in the engineering phase of projects, including creating labor, material, and overhead project cost estimates.
• Provide audits of OSP projects and coach consultants and/or contractors to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Review all required reports from field personnel and contractor invoicing for accuracy.
• Manage construction projects by reviewing quality of work, clean up resolution, proper maintenance of project documentation, and continual review of project progress.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines and other departments.
• Conduct pre-staking, pre-bid, and pre-construction meetings as required.
• Verify that proper right-of-way, easements, and permits are obtained.
• Ensure all documentation required to complete projects successfully is complete.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or higher) –OR- 2+ years professional work experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber or copper or coax) -OR- related Utility/Municipal Construction and/or Engineering - OR - Construction Project Management, Utility Installation Technician, General Trades experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.

Requirements

• Fiber optic implementation experience.
• Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communications skills.
• Self-directed and ability to work independently.
• ESRI ArcGIS, AGOL, Spatial analysis or other GIS experience.
• Proficient working in a digital environment.
• Understanding of Telecommunications industry and principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Project Management experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• PC database, spreadsheet, and word processing skills.
• Working knowledge of NESC construction practices and engineering standards.
• Ability to work in a cooperative and courteous manner with diverse work groups.
• Understanding of Fiber to The Home (FTTH) design and construction techniques.
• Ability to read and understand FTTH construction prints.

Benefits

• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
• Education assistance and paid time off benefits such as vacation (15 days accrued per year for full-time; pro-rated for associates working between 20-39 hours).
• Sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates).
• Seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday.
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment).
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
• Medical coverage and 401(k) plan eligibility for associates working under twenty hours per week.