Network Specialist I - Outside Plant Construction

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations.
• Supervise consulting resources during the engineering and/or construction phases of projects.
• Implement fiber networks while adhering to TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and standards.
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and TDS OSP standards.
• Assist in the engineering phase of projects, including creating labor, material, and overhead project estimates.
• Oversee numerous construction projects, possibly in multiple locations.
• Monitor costs and job progress to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Communicate with various governmental agencies to protect the TDS OSP network from proposed road improvements.
• Negotiate with municipalities or other utility companies regarding the purchase, lease, and/or sale of inner ducts, fiber, and/or complete fiber networks.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (or higher) OR 2+ years of professional work experience AND 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 able to work independently.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS, AGOL, Spatial analysis, or other GIS tools.
• Understanding of Telecommunications industry and principals.
• Proficient in a digital environment.
• 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.