Network Specialist – OSP Construction

🔥 16 hours ago

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

💵 $61.3k - $99.6k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

🛜 Network Engineer / Network Administrator

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TDS Telecommunications LLC

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1969

📡 Telecommunications

👥 B2C

🛍️ eCommerce

Telecommunications • B2C • eCommerce

TDS Telecommunications LLC is a leading provider of high-speed fiber internet, telephone, and television services. The company focuses on delivering reliable and affordable connectivity for both residential and business customers. With a commitment to community involvement and customer support, TDS is dedicated to enhancing the online experience through advanced technology and excellent service.

📋 Description

• Coordinate OSP projects and supervise consultants responsible for outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations • 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 Legal to ensure the company is not at risk in asset transfers • Assist in engineering projects by creating labor, material, and overhead project cost estimates • Audit OSP projects and coach consultants and contractors for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with NESC and TDS OSP standards • Review field reports and contractor invoices for accuracy • Manage construction projects by reviewing work quality, resolving cleanup issues, maintaining project documentation, and monitoring progress • Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines and coordinate with Network Operations, Network Planning, Rights-of-Way, and Contract Administration • Conduct pre-staking, pre-bid, and pre-construction meetings • Verify right-of-way, easements, permits, cable sizing, and facility routing • Verify completion of bid jobs, build orders, job start agreements, VMOPs, and closeout documentation • Adapt to new GIS-based construction tracking methods, construction methods, and architecture types • Communicate with governmental agencies regarding proposed road improvements • Negotiate with municipalities and utility companies regarding purchase, lease, or sale of inner ducts, fiber, and fiber networks

🎯 Requirements

• Associates degree (or higher) -OR- 2+ years of professional work experience • 2+ years experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance • Ability to travel to construction sites daily based on business needs • Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering, related Utility/Municipal Construction and/or Engineering, Construction Project Management, Utility Installation Technician, or General Trades experience preferred • Fiber optic implementation experience • Excellent leadership, customer relations and communications skills • Self-directed and able 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 cooperatively and courteously with diverse work groups • Understanding of Fiber to The Home (FTTH) design and construction techniques • Understanding of unit-based construction contracts • Ability to read and understand FTTH construction prints

🏖️ 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 • TDS Service Discounts • Education Assistance • Paid Volunteer Time • Associate Resource Groups supporting community and professional development