Specialist - Outside Plant Analyst I - GIS

Role Description

The Specialist - Outside Plant Analyst I - GIS will provide project support for outside plant engineering (OSPE). This position will work closely with a team of outside plant engineers to ensure that outside plant engineering deliverables created in GIS are completed accurately, on time, in scope, and on budget. This may include monitoring and management of project scope, budget, & timeline. This position will routinely perform project-based GIS outside plant records updates.

This position is expected to work a standard Monday through Friday, 40-hour schedule. Availability during core business hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST is required. This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ States in which TDS Telecom operates.

• Provides support to engineering personnel by utilizing GIS software to create outside plant engineering project deliverables.
• Examine project documentation and update outside plant records in GIS.
• Communicate outside plant engineering project status updates, timelines, and dependencies across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience.
• 4+ years of utility construction - AND/OR - engineering experience.
• 2+ years of experience with one or more of the following: GIS, ESRI, ArcPro, Arc Desktop, AGOL, 3GIS, etc.
• Degree or certificate in GIS or related discipline preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Computer skills, including GIS, ESRI, ArcPro, Arc Desktop, AGOL, 3GIS, Python, Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to learn new tools (i.e.: Clarity, PCE, Ariba, etc.) as they are deployed.
• Organized, self-motivated, detail oriented, analytical, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ariba experience/knowledge.
• Project Management experience/exposure.
• 2+ years of telecommunications experience.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

• Medical Coverage
• 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 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

Company Description

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect.