[Hiring] Specialist-OSP Analyst I @TDS

Role Description

As the Specialist - OSP Analyst I, you will provide outside plant project support for a geographic area. This role will work closely with our internal and external partners supporting construction projects by:

• Monitoring and auditing the inbound shipments and utilization of materials.
• Maintaining inventory levels and ensuring accuracy in applicable tracking systems.
• Handling bill of materials and working with partners to ensure applicable receipt of construction materials with a high degree of accuracy.
• Providing administrative support to internal teams to track outside plant build status and build milestones.
• Utilizing trends to forecast and identify process and system improvements used to compile construction/material reporting.
• Supporting outside plant construction efforts.

This position offers remote work flexibility; however, preference will be given to candidates located within 60 miles of Madison, Wisconsin to support in-market needs. Occasional travel to job sites and warehouse sites up to 30% of the time, or as required.

This position can be hired at a Specialist-OSP Analyst (2026-29980) or Specialist-OSP Analyst I (2026-29981) level depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience.
• 4+ years of utility construction experience -AND/OR- engineering experience.
• 1+ years of analytical experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.

Requirements

• Experience with inventory management preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new tools (i.e.: GIS, UTS, Clarity, etc.) as they are deployed.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, able to work with minimal supervision.
• SAP Experience/knowledge.
• 2+ years of telecommunications experience.
• Project Management experience/exposure.

Benefits

• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 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, the 401(k) plan (if 18 or older), as well as sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates) for associates scheduled to work under twenty hours per week or for a limited term (i.e. interns).