Network Specialist I - OSP Construction

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and supervise outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations.
• Supervise consulting resources in the engineering and/or construction phase of the projects.
• Work independently 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.
• Implement fiber networks while conforming to existing TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and TDS OSP standards established for the Telecom Network Services.
• Stay current with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and ensure our construction is always in compliance with NESC standards.
• Absorb and assist in the engineering phase of projects, involving creation of 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 that the TDS OSP group complies with Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines and other departments such as Network Operations, Network Planning, Rights-of-Way and Contract Administration.
• Conduct pre-staking, pre-bid and pre-construction meetings as required.
• Verify that proper right-of-way, easements, and permits are obtained and designs for proper cable sizing and facility routing.
• Ensure that all documentation required to complete projects successfully, including bid jobs, build orders, job start agreements, VMOPs and close out documentation is complete.
• Adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment to new GIS based construction tracking methods, new construction methods and rapidly changing architecture types.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (or higher) –OR– 2+ years of professional work experience
• 3+ years of experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking
• Maintain a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance
• 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 principals
• 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