[Remote] Network Specialist- Finance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TDS Telecom is a company dedicated to connecting people through high-speed internet and communication solutions. They are seeking a Network Specialist - Finance to provide project support for outside plant functions, manage the invoice process, and work closely with engineering and finance personnel to ensure project completion on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide outside plant project support for a geographic area, along with analytical preparation of records, statistics and reports relating to Outside Plant (OSP) functions
• Support for Outside Plant Engineering (OSPE) and/or Construction (OSPC) to ensure that outside plant projects are completed on time, in scope and on budget
• Manage the invoice process including Purchase Orders, tracking work performed, as well as reviewing and processing of invoices from external vendors
• Work closely with engineering, construction and finance personnel collecting and verifying data required to complete outside plant engineering and construction tasks
• Understand and follow established processes, and complete assigned work in accordance with established quality measures to Plan, Engineer, Implement, Optimize or Operate TDS’s combined Voice/Video/Data network infrastructure
• Make use of quality improvement techniques, and participate in process improvement and management activities
• Grow technical skills as they pertain to TDS's network infrastructure through a variety of mechanism including self-training, formal classes and coaching
• Utilize vendor contact in accordance with TDS contractual obligations. Understand and initiate appropriate level of vendor use

Skills

• Associates degree (or higher) -OR- 2+ years professional work experience
• 2+ years experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking
• Requires software knowledge and skills in business and office applications, such as spreadsheets, database applications, word documents, etc
• Able to participate in a small group to work specific network issues
• The ability to manage changing priorities and the ability to handle several simple network tasks concurrently with assistance required to help set priorities
• Scope of responsibility limited to assignments from manager
• Able to work with diverse individuals/teams/customers
• Able to interact and work with others as part of a team. Understands the role s/he plays on the team, and how his/her work supports the team's goals
• Able to take the lead to get well understood issues resolved. May require assistance for more difficult issues
• Ability to work within a changing environment
• Good organizational and written/verbal communication skills
• Good presentation skills
• Positive attitude and team focus are required
• The ability to make timely decisions
• The ability to organize priorities to achieve maximum performance cost effectively
• Basic mathematical and statistical analysis
• Is familiar with the following areas and has a working technical knowledge in one or more: Broadband and narrowband access technologies including (but not limited to) POTS, xDSL, T1, DS3, PRI, BRI, WiFi, WiMAX, PON, OCX
• Transport technologies including (but not limited to) SONET, ATM, Ethernet, POS, DWDM, WDM
• Voice Switching technologies including Legacy TDM and Softswitch technologies
• TCP/IP technologies including (but not limited to) routing and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, etc.), subnetting, multicast, tunneling, bridging, MPLS, IP quality of service, traffic engineering, VoIP and IPTV
• Power Concepts associated with AC and DC power equipment and HVAC implementations in both cabinet and building applications
• Customer premises equipment including (but not limited to) Routers, PBX, Handsets, set-top boxes, home wiring concepts
• Ability to travel as necessary if the needs of the business dictates
• If the needs of the business dictate, perform network tasks outside normally scheduled business hours to complete project work, provide on-call support and/or implement scheduled network changes
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP preferred

Benefits

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

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