TDS Telecom
Outside Plant Construction Specialist
TDS Telecom, Neillsville, Wisconsin, United States, 54456
Overview
At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?
Note:
This position offers the opportunity to telecommute from a home office; however, due to required in‑market support, individuals must reside within a 70‑mile radius of Eau Claire, WI.
The
Outside Plant Construction Specialist
is responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations. Depending on workload, the specialist may supervise consulting resources in the engineering and/or construction phases of projects. The role requires working independently with representatives from network operations, associate managers, consultants, design engineers, and construction contractors to ensure company needs are met. The specialist will implement fiber networks in compliance with TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and standards, stay current with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and may assist in engineering OSP projects, including creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
The position can be hired at level 2025‑28269 or 2025‑28270, depending on skills and qualifications. Applicants should review both postings and apply to any level for which they are qualified and interested.
Responsibilities
Coordinate OSP projects and/or supervise consultants responsible for coordinating 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 and cooperate with the legal department to manage asset transfers risk.
Assist in the engineering phase of projects, creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
Conduct audits of OSP projects and coach consultants/contractors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with NESC and TDS OSP standards.
Review field personnel reports and contractor invoices for accuracy; manage construction projects by reviewing work quality, clean‑up resolution, documentation maintenance, and progress.
Ensure the TDS OSP group complies with Sarbanes‑Oxley guidelines and coordinates with Network Operations, Network Planning, Rights‑of‑Way, and Contract Administration.
Conduct pre‑staking, pre‑bid, and pre‑construction meetings; verify proper right‑of‑way, easements, permits, and designs for cable sizing and routing.
Ensure all documentation required to complete projects—bid jobs, build orders, job start agreements, VMOPs, and close‑out materials—is complete.
Adapt quickly to new GIS‑based construction tracking methods, new construction techniques, and rapidly changing architecture types.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Associate degree (or higher) or 2+ years professional work experience.
2+ years experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking, or 6+ months TDS Telecom technical internship experience.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
Must be able to travel to construction sites daily as required by business needs.
Other Qualifications
Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber, copper, or coax) or related Utility/Municipal Construction/Engineering; project management, utility installation, or general trade experience preferred.
Fiber optic implementation experience.
Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communication 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.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The associate is required to sit, stand, write, and operate a computer keyboard, standard office equipment, and telephone. The associate frequently moves, reaches, walks, stands, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, and may need to balance or climb. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds. The role requires working outdoors and possibly under extreme weather conditions, in mechanical/equipment rooms, with exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment. Vision requirements include near, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits We believe in taking care of our team, offering comprehensive benefits to support health, financial well‑being, and overall happiness.
Medical, Dental, and 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 30+ hours per week)
TDS Service Discounts
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
Associate Resource Group participation opportunities
Who is TDS Telecom? TDS Telecom provides high‑speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to diverse communities across the U.S., from small and mid‑sized urban to suburban and rural areas. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to deliver innovative communication solutions that enhance how people live, work, and connect.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Pay Transparency The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers are based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.
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Note:
This position offers the opportunity to telecommute from a home office; however, due to required in‑market support, individuals must reside within a 70‑mile radius of Eau Claire, WI.
The
Outside Plant Construction Specialist
is responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising outside plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations. Depending on workload, the specialist may supervise consulting resources in the engineering and/or construction phases of projects. The role requires working independently with representatives from network operations, associate managers, consultants, design engineers, and construction contractors to ensure company needs are met. The specialist will implement fiber networks in compliance with TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and standards, stay current with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and may assist in engineering OSP projects, including creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
The position can be hired at level 2025‑28269 or 2025‑28270, depending on skills and qualifications. Applicants should review both postings and apply to any level for which they are qualified and interested.
Responsibilities
Coordinate OSP projects and/or supervise consultants responsible for coordinating 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 and cooperate with the legal department to manage asset transfers risk.
Assist in the engineering phase of projects, creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
Conduct audits of OSP projects and coach consultants/contractors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with NESC and TDS OSP standards.
Review field personnel reports and contractor invoices for accuracy; manage construction projects by reviewing work quality, clean‑up resolution, documentation maintenance, and progress.
Ensure the TDS OSP group complies with Sarbanes‑Oxley guidelines and coordinates with Network Operations, Network Planning, Rights‑of‑Way, and Contract Administration.
Conduct pre‑staking, pre‑bid, and pre‑construction meetings; verify proper right‑of‑way, easements, permits, and designs for cable sizing and routing.
Ensure all documentation required to complete projects—bid jobs, build orders, job start agreements, VMOPs, and close‑out materials—is complete.
Adapt quickly to new GIS‑based construction tracking methods, new construction techniques, and rapidly changing architecture types.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Associate degree (or higher) or 2+ years professional work experience.
2+ years experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking, or 6+ months TDS Telecom technical internship experience.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
Must be able to travel to construction sites daily as required by business needs.
Other Qualifications
Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber, copper, or coax) or related Utility/Municipal Construction/Engineering; project management, utility installation, or general trade experience preferred.
Fiber optic implementation experience.
Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communication 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.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The associate is required to sit, stand, write, and operate a computer keyboard, standard office equipment, and telephone. The associate frequently moves, reaches, walks, stands, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, and may need to balance or climb. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds. The role requires working outdoors and possibly under extreme weather conditions, in mechanical/equipment rooms, with exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment. Vision requirements include near, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits We believe in taking care of our team, offering comprehensive benefits to support health, financial well‑being, and overall happiness.
Medical, Dental, and 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 30+ hours per week)
TDS Service Discounts
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
Associate Resource Group participation opportunities
Who is TDS Telecom? TDS Telecom provides high‑speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to diverse communities across the U.S., from small and mid‑sized urban to suburban and rural areas. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to deliver innovative communication solutions that enhance how people live, work, and connect.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Pay Transparency The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers are based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.
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