Remote Fiber Network Construction Specialist

TDS Telecommunications Corporation; Idaho; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

TDS Telecom seeks a Network Specialist - OSP Construction to coordinate outside plant field construction and splicing across multiple locations. You will oversee costs, schedules and consultants while ensuring compliance with NESC and TDS standards.

Remote work is possible in the 40+ states where TDS operates. The role requires an Associates degree (or 2+ years of related experience), plus 2+ years in Voice/Data/Video networking and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in OSP Construction and/or Engineering (fiber or copper or coax) – OR -related Utility/Municipal Construction and/or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OSP projects and/or supervise consultants involved in outside plant field construction and splicing across multiple locations.
• Provide technical support for special 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 asset transfer risks.
• Assist in the engineering phase of projects by creating labor, material, and overhead cost estimates.
• Provide audits of OSP projects and coach consultants to ensure accuracy and compliance with NESC and TDS OSP standards.
• Review field reports and contractor invoicing for accuracy; manage project progress and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and cross-department alignment; coordinate pre-staking, pre-bid, and pre-construction activities.

Skills

Voice, Data, or Video networking

Valid driver's license

GIS experience

Project Management

NESC knowledge

FTTH design

Reading FTTH construction prints

Education

Associates degree (or higher)

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

TDS Telecom seeks a Network Specialist - OSP Construction to coordinate outside plant field construction and splicing across multiple locations. You will oversee costs, schedules and consultants while ensuring compliance with NESC and TDS standards.

Remote work is possible in the 40+ states where TDS operates. The role requires an Associates degree (or 2+ years of related experience), plus 2+ years in Voice/Data/Video networking and a valid driver's license.