TDS Telecom
Network Specialist - Outside Plant Construction
TDS Telecom, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Network Specialist - Outside Plant Construction
Job Locations: US-AL-Birmingham | US-GA-Atlanta | US-TN-Chattanooga
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.
The Network Specialist – Outside Plant Construction is responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising outside‑plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations. Depending on workload, this person may supervise consulting resources in the engineering and/or construction phase of projects. The successful candidate will zpr 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. The role is responsible for implementing fiber networks while conforming to existing TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and standards. The successful candidate shall stay current with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and ensure construction compliance with NESC standards. Depending on the area, they may also assist in engineering OSP projects, creating labor,ктер, material, and overhead project estimates.
They will oversee numerous construction projects, monitor costs and progress to ensure Herald timely and within budget. They will also handle ongoing communication with various governmental agencies, negotiate with municipalities, and handle asset transfers.
Due to in‑market support needs, candidate must reside within 150 miles of Birmingham, Alabama. Position may include telecommute privileges from a home‑office, but requires regular onsite travel.
This position can be hired at a Network Specialist – Outside Plant Construction level (2025-28261) or Network Specialist I – Outside Plant Construction (2025-28262) depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate.
Responsibilities
Coordinate OSP projects and/or 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 and interact with the Legal department to mitigate risk in asset transfers.
If needed, assist in the engineering phase of projects, creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
Provide audits of OSP projects and coach consultants and/or contractors to ensure compliance with NESC standards and TDS OSP guidelines.
Review all required reports from field personnel and contractor invoicing for accuracy; manage construction projects by reviewing quality of work, cleaning up resolution, and maintaining documentation.
Ensure that 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 that right‑of‑way, easements, permits, cable sizing, and facility routing are obtained.
Verify that all required documentation (bid jobs, build orders, job‑start agreements, VMOPs, and close‐out documentation) is complete.
Adapt quickly to new GIS‑based construction tracking methods, construction methods, 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.
Other Qualifications
Ability to travel to construction sites daily; travel based on business needs.
Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber, copper, or coax) – or related Utility/Municipal Construction – or project management experience.
Fiber optic implementation experience.
Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communication skills.
Self‑directed and ability to work independently.
ESRI ArcGIS, AGOL, spatial analysis or other GIS experience.
Proficiency in digital workplace tools.
Understanding of the telecommunications industry and principles.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Project Management experience.
Excellent written and oral communication不到 skills.
PC database, spreadsheet, and word processing skills.
Knowledge of NESC construction practices and engineering standards.
Ability to work cooperatively with diverse work groups.
Understanding of 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 role requires regular sit, stand, write, and computer operation. Work includes frequent travel, moving, reaching for items, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. Workers may need to lift 50–100 lbs. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. Work is often outdoors and may involve mechanical equipment rooms and extreme weather. The position may expose workers to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits to support health, financial well‑being, and overall happiness.
Associates scheduled to work 20+ hours per week have access to:
Medical Coverage
ledes'
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
Associates working 30+ hours per week additionally have access to:
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
TDS Service Discounts
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
All associates can participate in Associate Resource Groups to encourage community and professional development.
Learn more .
Who is TDS Telecom? TDS Telecom provides high‑speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services across the U.S., with 50 years of experience building fiber optic networks nationwide. Visit
tdstelecom.com
to learn more.
EEO Statement At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value diversity. 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 will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer bonuses or equity awards.
Pay Range (Yr.) $60,100.00 – $97,600 élabor!
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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.
The Network Specialist – Outside Plant Construction is responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising outside‑plant field construction and splicing operations in multiple locations. Depending on workload, this person may supervise consulting resources in the engineering and/or construction phase of projects. The successful candidate will zpr 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. The role is responsible for implementing fiber networks while conforming to existing TDS Outside Plant (OSP) guidelines and standards. The successful candidate shall stay current with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and ensure construction compliance with NESC standards. Depending on the area, they may also assist in engineering OSP projects, creating labor,ктер, material, and overhead project estimates.
They will oversee numerous construction projects, monitor costs and progress to ensure Herald timely and within budget. They will also handle ongoing communication with various governmental agencies, negotiate with municipalities, and handle asset transfers.
Due to in‑market support needs, candidate must reside within 150 miles of Birmingham, Alabama. Position may include telecommute privileges from a home‑office, but requires regular onsite travel.
This position can be hired at a Network Specialist – Outside Plant Construction level (2025-28261) or Network Specialist I – Outside Plant Construction (2025-28262) depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate.
Responsibilities
Coordinate OSP projects and/or 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 and interact with the Legal department to mitigate risk in asset transfers.
If needed, assist in the engineering phase of projects, creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
Provide audits of OSP projects and coach consultants and/or contractors to ensure compliance with NESC standards and TDS OSP guidelines.
Review all required reports from field personnel and contractor invoicing for accuracy; manage construction projects by reviewing quality of work, cleaning up resolution, and maintaining documentation.
Ensure that 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 that right‑of‑way, easements, permits, cable sizing, and facility routing are obtained.
Verify that all required documentation (bid jobs, build orders, job‑start agreements, VMOPs, and close‐out documentation) is complete.
Adapt quickly to new GIS‑based construction tracking methods, construction methods, 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.
Other Qualifications
Ability to travel to construction sites daily; travel based on business needs.
Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber, copper, or coax) – or related Utility/Municipal Construction – or project management experience.
Fiber optic implementation experience.
Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communication skills.
Self‑directed and ability to work independently.
ESRI ArcGIS, AGOL, spatial analysis or other GIS experience.
Proficiency in digital workplace tools.
Understanding of the telecommunications industry and principles.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Project Management experience.
Excellent written and oral communication不到 skills.
PC database, spreadsheet, and word processing skills.
Knowledge of NESC construction practices and engineering standards.
Ability to work cooperatively with diverse work groups.
Understanding of 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 role requires regular sit, stand, write, and computer operation. Work includes frequent travel, moving, reaching for items, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. Workers may need to lift 50–100 lbs. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. Work is often outdoors and may involve mechanical equipment rooms and extreme weather. The position may expose workers to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits to support health, financial well‑being, and overall happiness.
Associates scheduled to work 20+ hours per week have access to:
Medical Coverage
ledes'
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
Associates working 30+ hours per week additionally have access to:
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
TDS Service Discounts
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
All associates can participate in Associate Resource Groups to encourage community and professional development.
Learn more .
Who is TDS Telecom? TDS Telecom provides high‑speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services across the U.S., with 50 years of experience building fiber optic networks nationwide. Visit
tdstelecom.com
to learn more.
EEO Statement At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value diversity. 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 will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer bonuses or equity awards.
Pay Range (Yr.) $60,100.00 – $97,600 élabor!
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