[Hiring] Network Specialist I @TDS

Role Description

The Network Specialist I is a highly technical role responsible for completing small, well-defined tasks and projects involving network design, engineering, configuration, and operational support across TDS’s integrated voice, video, and data network infrastructure.

The individual in this position will support one or more of the following Network Services functional areas:

• Network Infrastructure Planning
• Network Engineering
• Technology Development
• Operational Readiness
• Network Translations
• Circuit Design
• Network Design
• Configuration Management
• Advanced Technical Support
• Service Activation

This position can be hired at either a Network Specialist (2026-29341) or Network Specialist I (2026-29342) level depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate. Separate job postings outline the minimum requirements for each role. Please review both postings and apply to any level for which you are qualified and interested.

Responsibilities include:

• Understanding and following established processes, completing assigned work in accordance with established quality measures to Plan, Engineer, Implement, Optimize or Operate TDS’s combined Voice/Video/Data network infrastructure.
• Utilizing quality improvement techniques, participating in process improvement and management activities.
• Growing technical skills as they pertain to TDS's network infrastructure through self-training, formal classes, and coaching.
• Utilizing vendor contact in accordance with TDS contractual obligations and understanding the appropriate level of vendor use.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (or higher) -OR- 2+ years of professional work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.

Requirements

• Familiarity with broadband and narrowband access technologies (e.g., POTS, xDSL, T1, DS3, PRI, BRI, WiFi, WiMAX, PON, OCX).
• Knowledge of transport technologies (e.g., SONET, ATM, Ethernet, POS, DWDM, WDM).
• Experience with voice switching technologies (e.g., Legacy TDM and Softswitch technologies).
• Understanding of TCP/IP technologies (e.g., routing protocols, subnetting, multicast, tunneling, MPLS, VoIP, IPTV).
• Knowledge of power concepts associated with AC and DC power equipment and HVAC implementations.
• Familiarity with customer premises equipment (e.g., Routers, PBX, Handsets, set-top boxes).
• Experience reading OSP engineering staking sheets and permit packages.
• Understanding of inspection duties from a construction perspective.
• Able to work with diverse individuals/teams/customers and participate in a small group to resolve network issues.
• Good organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and handle several simple network tasks concurrently.
• Requires software knowledge in business and office applications (e.g., spreadsheets, database applications, network drawing tools).
• Ability to travel as necessary and perform network tasks outside normally scheduled business hours.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
• TDS Service Discounts (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
• Education Assistance (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)
• Paid Volunteer Time (for associates working 30 or more hours per week)