Specialist - OSP Analyst I

TDS Telecom•, Remote Location

4d•$67,000 - $108,800•Remote

About The Position

The Specialist - OSP Analyst I provides outside plant project support for a geographic area and prepares analytical records, statistics, and reports relating to Outside Plant (OSP) functions. The role supports Outside Plant Engineering (OSPE) and/or Construction (OSPC) to help ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. The position manages the invoice process, including purchase orders, tracking work performed, and reviewing and processing invoices from external vendors. It works closely with engineering, construction, and finance personnel to collect and verify data needed for outside plant engineering and construction tasks. The role may work remotely in any of the more than 40 states where TDS Telecom operates.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher, or at least 4 years of professional work experience.
At least 4 years of utility construction experience and/or engineering experience.
At least 1 year of analytical experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and GIS, and ability to learn new tools as they are deployed.
Knowledge and skills with business and office applications, such as spreadsheets, database applications, and word-processing documents.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience or knowledge.
Ariba experience or knowledge.
Project management experience or exposure.
At least 2 years of telecommunications experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare analytical records, statistics, and reports regarding outside plant functions.
Examine outside plant project documentation and ensure data is complete and accurate.
Support engineering and construction personnel by collecting and verifying data required to complete outside plant engineering and construction tasks.
Maintain the data integrity of designated outside plant-related tools.
Evaluate and recommend changes to methods and procedures within the assigned area of responsibility.
Coach and mentor peers and assist with onboarding.
Manage the invoice process, including purchase orders, tracking work performed, and reviewing and processing external vendor invoices.

Benefits

Medical coverage for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Dental coverage for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Vision coverage for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Life insurance for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
401(k) plan for associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Vacation and paid sick leave.
Seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday.
Paid parental leave: 6 weeks after 12 months of employment.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Short-term and long-term disability for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
TDS service discounts for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
Education assistance for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
Paid volunteer time for associates working 30 or more hours per week.
Associate Resource Groups that encourage community and facilitate professional development.