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Job Title: CNC Programmar

Location: Middlebury, Indiana

Job Type: Full - Time

Position Summary

The CNC Process Engineer is responsible for leading the standardization, optimization, and continuous improvement of CNC machining operations across multiple identical vertical machining cells. This role transforms subject matter expertise into standardized, repeatable documentation and structured support systems to improve reliability, repeatability, and operational uptime.

The CNC Process Engineer serves as the advanced technical escalation point for complex machining issues, drives tooling and process optimization initiatives, and collaborates closely with tooling vendors to implement innovative machining solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Process Standardization & Documentation

• Capture and formalize tribal knowledge from CNC subject matter experts into structured documentation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Create Operator-Driven Reliability (ODR) tasks to support proactive maintenance.
• Standardize documentation across identical machining cells while identifying process exceptions.
• Develop troubleshooting guides, flowcharts, and decision trees for rapid issue resolution.

Technical Leadership & Escalation

• Establish clear escalation tiers for operators, skilled trades, and CNC engineers.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for advanced CNC troubleshooting.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring or complex machining failures.
• Improve process reliability, repeatability, and machine uptime.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Lead cycle time reduction and process stability initiatives.
• Optimize tooling strategies including tool selection, feeds and speeds, and tool life management.
• Address chip evacuation challenges in high-volume machining environments.
• Collaborate with tooling vendors to design and implement custom tooling solutions.
• Improve machining efficiency across palletized and automated systems.

Training & Development

• Develop training materials and process documentation.
• Deliver hands-on training to operators, skilled trades, and engineering personnel.
• Support knowledge transfer and capability development within the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining or CNC process engineering experience.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated experience driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work hands-on in a manufacturing floor environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Haas NGC control systems.
• Knowledge of Haas Advanced Tool Management (ATM).
• Proficiency in global macro variables, mathematical operators, and logical functions in CNC programming.
• Advanced CAM programming experience.
• Strong G-code programming capabilities.
• Experience with Midaco or similar pallet change systems and programming.
• Extensive knowledge of tooling selection, application, and high-volume machining strategies.
• Experience with automated fixturing, pallet systems, and robotic automation integrated with CNC machining.

REQ OVERVIEW:

In this role, you will be supporting integration and commissioning efforts for a high-volume automotive manufacturer in northern Indiana. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Fanuc robotics, body applications, and special means build. The successful candidate will play a critical role in programming, touch-ups, commissioning support, and quality collaboration during pre-commissioning and launch phases. You will be responsible for the following:

- Develop, modify, and optimize Fanuc robot programs for body shop applications

- Perform robot teaching, touch-ups, and recovery in active production and pre-commissioning environments

- Configure robot frames, tools, payloads, and TCPs to meet process and quality requirements

- Support rapid program adjustments during special means build

- Support robot cell star-up, offline system work, and commissioning activities

- Troubleshoot robot alarms, motion issues, and sequence ladder logic under tight timelines

- Provide on-floor support during peak programming and commissioning periods

- Collaborate closely with Quality teams to resolve process issues

- Perform touch-ups and refinements to improve weld quality, part accuracy, and repeatability

- Support containment actions and fast-turn engineering changes during builds

- Coordinate with controls teams to validate I/O, interlocks, and basic handshaking

- Follow all safety procedures during programming and floor support

- Work safely in active manufacturing and commissioning environments

Job Title: Robot Programmer / Technician – Fanuc

Location: Warsaw, IN

Role Overview

We are seeking Robot Programmers/Technicians with hands-on Fanuc robotics experience to support integration and commissioning efforts for a high-volume automotive manufacturer in Northern Indiana.

This role requires strong hands-on experience with Fanuc robotics, body shop applications, and special means build. The selected candidates will support programming, touch-ups, commissioning, and quality collaboration during pre-commissioning and launch phases.

This is a high-impact, floor-support role in an active manufacturing and commissioning environment.

Mandatory Skills

• 2–5 years of experience with robot setup, troubleshooting, and/or programming
• Experience with Fanuc robotics (SpotTool+ & V9.40 for R30iB Plus controller preferred)
• Certification-only Fanuc experience is acceptable
• Must be willing to work onsite in Warsaw, IN – 6 days/week, 12-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

Programming & Optimization

• Develop, modify, and optimize Fanuc robot programs for body shop applications
• Configure robot frames, tools, payloads, and TCPs
• Support rapid program adjustments during special means builds

Commissioning & Startup Support

• Perform robot teaching, touch-ups, and recovery in production and pre-commissioning environments
• Support robot cell startup and offline system work
• Assist in commissioning activities under tight timelines

Troubleshooting & Floor Support

• Troubleshoot robot alarms, motion issues, and sequence ladder logic
• Coordinate with Controls teams to validate I/O, interlocks, and handshaking
• Provide on-floor programming support during peak production periods

Quality & Collaboration

• Work closely with Quality teams to improve weld quality, part accuracy, and repeatability
• Support containment actions and fast-turn engineering changes
• Follow all safety procedures in active manufacturing environments

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of industrial robotics experience
• Strong hands-on Fanuc programming and troubleshooting
• Experience in automotive body shop environments preferred
• Ability to work extended shifts in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills

Are you energized by the thrill of closing a deal? Are you looking for a flexible schedule?! Do you love meeting new people and having the freedom to control your own success? If so, this is your chance to turn ambition into action.

At TDS Telecom, our Entry Level Sales Representatives are more than sellers—they’re trusted advisors and community connectors. Every day, you’ll be out in the field, meeting homeowners face-to-face, introducing them to cutting-edge fiber internet, TV, and phone services that make life better. You’re not just selling—you’re shaping how people experience technology.

Want to see what a Day in the Life of a Sales Rep looks like?!

Click on the link below!

What you’ll do:

• Connect with your community by knocking on 60+ doors each day and sparking conversations with 15–20 people.
• Make an impact by helping 1–3 families daily upgrade to faster, more reliable internet that keeps them connected.
• Be the face of TDS—represent our brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a commitment to exceptional service.

Why You’ll Love It

• Unlimited Earning Potential: Base salary + uncapped commissions. Performers can earn $70,000–$100,000+ annually. ($70,000 is the minimum you should expect to make in this role!)
• Freedom & Flexibility: Manage your own 40-hour workweek with hours between 9 AM–9 PM, Monday–Saturday. Yes, you get to schedule your working hours around your personal life!
• Hybrid Perks: Spend 20–25% of your time on admin work from the comfort of home.
• Own Your Territory: Knock on doors, spark conversations, and showcase TDS’s residential products and services.
• Be the Local Expert: Attend community events alongside our Marketing team, educating neighbors about the benefits of TDS

Extra Benefits That Set Us Apart

• Day-one benefits package
• Monthly gas/mileage stipend + phone allowance
• Ramp-up payments for your first two months
• Exclusive rewards: Top performers earn an all-expenses-paid tropical getaway!
• TDS Discounted Services available!
• 3 Weeks of Paid Vacation and 2 Weeks of Paid Sick time PER YEAR!

If you’re ready to take control of your career, earn what you deserve, and make a real impact in your community, apply today and start building your future with TDS Telecom!

• Engage with potential customers: Reach out to both new and existing prospects through door-to-door visits, networking, and referrals to inform them about TDS's voice, data, and television services within your assigned territory.
• Conduct sales calls: Identify customer needs, provide relevant information, and sell TDS services to prospective customers to achieve your sales targets.
• Complete sales documentation: Accurately record and submit daily sales orders, agreements, third-party verifications, and reports to your supervisor, following company guidelines.
• Oversee customer accounts: Manage customer relationships from the initial sale through installation, conducting follow-up calls to ensure satisfaction post-installation.
• Create community buzz: Organize and participate in community events to create sales opportunities and increase brand awareness.

What We're Looking For:

• Self-Motivated: You’re driven, ambitious, and always looking for ways to improve.
• Charisma and Confidence: You’re a people-person who loves talking to new people and making connections.
• Goal-Oriented: You thrive on hitting targets and love the thrill of closing a deal.

Required Qualifications

• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Must be eligible for a seller's permit and/or solicitors license as required by market

Please note: This position may require additional local background checks and permitting processes to obtain licenses to sell, as required by local municipalities and government. Any licenses or permits required will be company-paid and provided.

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!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• 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. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

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. Visit  to learn more!

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. 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.

Are you energized by the thrill of closing a deal? Are you looking for a flexible schedule?! Do you love meeting new people and having the freedom to control your own success? If so, this is your chance to turn ambition into action.

At TDS Telecom, our Direct Level Sales Representatives are more than sellers—they’re trusted advisors and community connectors. Every day, you’ll be out in the field, meeting homeowners face-to-face, introducing them to cutting-edge fiber internet, TV, and phone services that make life better. You’re not just selling—you’re shaping how people experience technology.

Want to see what a Day in the Life of a Sales Rep looks like?!

Click on the link below!

What you’ll do:

• Connect with your community by knocking on 60+ doors each day and sparking conversations with 15–20 people.
• Make an impact by helping 1–3 families daily upgrade to faster, more reliable internet that keeps them connected.
• Be the face of TDS—represent our brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a commitment to exceptional service.

Why You’ll Love It

• Unlimited Earning Potential: Base salary + uncapped commissions. Performers can earn $70,000–$100,000+ annually. ($70,000 is the minimum you should expect to make in this role!)
• Freedom & Flexibility: Manage your own 40-hour workweek with hours between 9 AM–9 PM, Monday–Saturday. Yes, you get to schedule your working hours around your personal life!
• Hybrid Perks: Spend 20–25% of your time on admin work from the comfort of home.
• Own Your Territory: Knock on doors, spark conversations, and showcase TDS’s residential products and services.
• Be the Local Expert: Attend community events alongside our Marketing team, educating neighbors about the benefits of TDS

Extra Benefits That Set Us Apart

• Day-one benefits package
• Monthly gas/mileage stipend + phone allowance
• Ramp-up payments for your first two months
• Exclusive rewards: Top performers earn an all-expenses-paid tropical getaway!
• TDS Discounted Services available!
• 3 Weeks of Paid Vacation and 2 Weeks of Paid Sick time PER YEAR!

If you’re ready to take control of your career, earn what you deserve, and make a real impact in your community, apply today and start building your future with TDS Telecom!

• Engage with potential customers: Reach out to both new and existing prospects through door-to-door visits, networking, and referrals to inform them about TDS's voice, data, and television services within your assigned territory.
• Conduct sales calls: Identify customer needs, provide relevant information, and sell TDS services to prospective customers to achieve your sales targets.
• Complete sales documentation: Accurately record and submit daily sales orders, agreements, third-party verifications, and reports to your supervisor, following company guidelines.
• Oversee customer accounts: Manage customer relationships from the initial sale through installation, conducting follow-up calls to ensure satisfaction post-installation.
• Create community buzz: Organize and participate in community events to create sales opportunities and increase brand awareness.

What We're Looking For:

• Self-Motivated: You’re driven, ambitious, and always looking for ways to improve.
• Charisma and Confidence: You’re a people-person who loves talking to new people and making connections.
• Goal-Oriented: You thrive on hitting targets and love the thrill of closing a deal.

Required Qualifications

• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Must be eligible for a seller's permit and/or solicitors license as required by market

Please note: This position may require additional local background checks and permitting processes to obtain licenses to sell, as required by local municipalities and government. Any licenses or permits required will be company-paid and provided.

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!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• 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. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

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. Visit  to learn more!

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. 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.

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. Ready to make an impact?

Join Our Team as an Outside Plant Construction Technician I in Twin Falls, ID!

Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring cutting-edge fiber technology to life? As our Outside Plant Construction Technician II, you'll be at the heart of building and maintaining our state-of-the-art PON/fiber network.

From installing buried and aerial fiber facilities to mastering construction equipment like trenchers, backhoes, end loaders, and plows, you'll make a real impact every day. You'll also install, test, troubleshoot, and repair fiber facilities to keep our customers connected. If you love working with your hands, being outdoors, and making a difference in your community, this is the role for you!

This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus! (Payout terms apply)

Schedule: 

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role with a *flexible schedule.

*Please note that the schedule may vary depending on the specific market.

Why Join Us? 

As a member of our Construction and Service Enablement team at TDS, you’ll play a critical role in building and maintaining cutting-edge fiber optic networks that connect communities nationwide. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is a leader in fiber internet innovation, delivering up to 10 Gigabit speeds to homes and businesses. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your skills in construction, safety, and technology will directly impact the future of connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural areas.

**This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.  For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.**

What We’re Looking For:

• Self-Motivated: You’re driven, ambitious, and always looking for ways to improve.
• Attention to Detail: You are committed to following safety protocols, and you take pride in precision, ensuring every measurement and assembly is accurate.
• Teamwork and Communication: You have strong communication skills and thrive in collaborative environments.
• Technical Proficiency: You have a solid understanding of telecommunication systems and equipment operation.   

What You’ll Do:

Perform general construction and maintenance of aerial and buried fiber facilities, ensuring compliance with maps, staking sheets, and safety standards.

• Operate and maintain construction equipment, including excavation tools, to build and repair outside plant fiber networks.
• Install, splice, test, troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic facilities using specialized equipment.
• Conduct cable fault acceptance tests, locate defective fiber, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Update GIS, maps, and as-builts; set and label infrastructure like peds, vaults, and handholes.
• Restore worksites to original condition upon project completion.
• Train and mentor team members as needed and maintain construction equipment.
• Provide support to field service technicians and complete required documentation promptly.

The functions listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in any combination of the following areas: customer service, electrical or utility construction, or TDS Telecom Field Services internship -OR-technical certification (or higher) -OR- current military service, or prior military service with honorable discharge.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines in order to meet TDS’s business needs including but not limited to our obligations to our customers and to our customers’ needs.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL. A current CDL is preferred at hire, but TDS will train and certify eligible associates through its in-house CDL certification program after hire.
• Physical requirements may vary based on company needs: Ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed. Ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.
• Upon hire, must successfully pass all components of the Safety Training course curriculum.
• Upon hire, must successfully complete customer-specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by the customer.
• Horizontal directional drilling experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of telecommunication products and services.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• May require occasional travel.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed. May be required to work various/swing shifts as business needs dictate.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must also be able to climb poles, ladders, towers or other structures.  The associate is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell.  The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and may have to work in attics and crawl spaces, or high-risk areas such as high voltage electrical, trenches, and manholes. The associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.  The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is at times loud.

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

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!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• 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. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

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. Visit  to learn more! 

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. 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 pay for this position ranges from *$22.62 to $33.94 per hour.

*The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards

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. Ready to make an impact?

Pay Transparency

The pay for this position ranges from *$25.13 to $41.42 per hour. *The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.

As the Fiber Splicer-Outside Plant Construction in Helena, MT, you will be responsible for the placement of enclosures, splicing, testing, and documentation of outside plant fiber optic facilities with relation to Outside Plant (OSP) Construction projects. You will operate the fiber fusion splicer, OTDR, and optical light testers to ensure adherence to TDS fiber splicing standards while ensuring accuracy and timely documentation of the final product for project closing. In this role, you will complete fiber splicing for projects while coordinating with OSP construction, OSP construction contractors, and internal construction teams, ensuring project timelines are met with relation to new network turnup activities.

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus! (Payout terms apply)

**This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.  For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.**

What You'll Do:

• Install fiber enclosures and perform fusion splicing, OTDR, and light‑level testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair buried and aerial fiber.
• Identify cable faults and complete acceptance testing.
• Document work, update as‑builts/redlines, and support project closeout.
• Read construction plans and coordinate daily tasks with OSP teams and contractors.
• Maintain equipment, complete paperwork, and assist Field Services as needed.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Hands‑on, outdoor work building real infrastructure that matters.
• Flexible, full‑time year‑round schedule.
• Work with a company that has 50+ years of telecom experience and a strong reputation for fiber innovation.

• Perform operation of fiber optic fusion splicer, OTDR, and light level testing equipment to facilitate splicing and light level quality according to TDS standards.
  • Performs beginner to intermediate operation of all test equipment associated with fiber optic plant facilities splicing, testing, and documentation.
  • Installs fiber enclosures and optical tap cases; splices, troubleshoots, tests, repairs, and documents all fiber as part of OSP construction projects.
  • Identifies the location of defective cable and fusion splices using various test equipment.
  • Repairs buried and aerial fiber optic cables.
  • Performs cable fault acceptance tests on newly constructed facilities.
  • Completes all testing documentation and returns as part of project closing requirements.
• Receives maps and staking sheets for full construction project and ensures project is spliced, tested, and documented with guidance from team mentors or leadership.
  • Communicates updates to the project team as required.
  • Takes direction on daily and weekly project work based on deadlines, material and equipment availability, weather, and other factors.
  • Coordinates with supervisor to ensure continual supply of work and availability of materials.
  • Drafts and submits redlines and splice documentation upon completion of project.
  • Sets splice enclosures and splice cases according to design, splices fiber, tests, and documents all project fiber locations as part of daily activity.
  • Regularly engages with Network Services OSP construction teams, OSP construction contractors and internal construction teams to align with daily tasks.
  • Reads construction plans and determines best approach for completing fiber splicing work.
  • Maintains all project documentation including completion of weekly as built records and daily production reports with support from.
  • Ensures DOT inspections are performed on equipment where required.
  • Works with project managers, OSP construction contractors, and internal construction teams to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Services, cleans, maintains, and repairs equipment.
• Completes all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Provides assistance to Field Services technicians as needed.

The functions listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of telecommunications inside or outside plant experience working with fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing experience -OR- 1+ year of telecommunications inside or outside plant experience working with copper or coax installation, splicing, and testing -OR- current military service or prior military service with honorable discharge.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines in order to meet TDS’s business needs, including but not limited to our obligations to our customers and to our customers’ needs.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Understanding of telecommunication products and services with relation to fiber optic technology.
• Physical requirements may vary based on company needs: ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed.
• Ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.
• Upon hire, must successfully pass all components of the Safety Training course curriculum.
• Upon hire, must successfully complete customer-specific requirements, which may include a background check administered by the customer.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• May require occasional travel.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed. May be required to work various/swing shifts as business needs dictate.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must also be able to climb poles, ladders, towers or other structures. The associate is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell. The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and may have to work in attics and crawl spaces, or high-risk areas such as high voltage electrical, trenches, and manholes. The associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is at times loud.

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!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• 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. To learn more, click here.

Who is TDS Telecom?

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. Visit  to learn more! 

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. 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 pay for this position ranges from *$25.13 to $41.42 per hour. *The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.

About the Role

What you will do

• 
  
  
• Own the process for building payer relationships, identifying payer requirements for connection, translating requirements into user stories for the development team, coordinating implementation and testing, and ensuring the payer connection is successful in production.
  
  
• Fill the role of subject matter expert in relation to prior authorizations and notice of admission both in terms of payer requirements and overall business requirements to successfully manage prior authorizations between providers and payers.
  
  
• Identify and document the correct method of submission and status for prior authorizations to payers based on the payer requirement for specific service or CPT code including EDI 278 215/217, UMO payer portal, or Fax.
  
  
• Document payer portal prior authorization workflows for robotic process automation and work with the RPA development team to build and test new payer portal prior auth automations.
  
  
• Define and monitor key metrics for prior authorization connectivity, including transaction turnaround time, error rates, and customer satisfaction
  
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements impacting prior authorization processes and ensure compliance in all payer connections
  
  
• Become an expert in the upcoming Da Vinci FHIR prior authorization standards and work with development and business teams to ensure successful transition to FHIR
  
  
• Work with payers and providers to establish FHIR connections for Prior Auth
  
  
• Collaborate with the development team and clearinghouse team to establish EDI connections to payers
  
  
• Collaborate closely with development, QA, UX, and other cross-functional teams to ensure deliverables meet customer and business expectations.
  
  
• Engage directly with customers and internal stakeholders to elicit and understand business needs, pain points, and desired outcomes.
  
  
• Triage errors and issues that arise and work and collaborate with other teams to resolve as needed to resolve the issues.
  
  
• Prioritize the payer connection backlog based on business value, customer impact, and development capacity, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  
  
• Apply critical thinking to streamline processes and work towards continual improvement and efficiency
  
  
• Maintain and prioritize the user story backlog and work with development and stakeholder teams to refine user stories to meet the Definition of Ready for development
  
  
• Work with the scrum team to ensure all tasks are completed and the committed objectives are achieved
  
  

What you will bring

• 
  
  
• Subject matter expert knowledge of healthcare prior authorizations and notice of admission processes on the provider, payer, and UMO sides.
  
  
• 2+ years of experience working with prior authorization submissions and status to payers and UMOs
  
  
• Knowledge of Da Vinci FHIR and ability to become a Da Vinci FHIR subject matter expert
  
  
• Strong skills in creating detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
  
  
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex business problems.
  
  
• Provide guidance and direction to the technology teams during the development cycle and participate in all scrum ceremonies. Be available and ready to make quick, well-informed team-level decisions on behalf of stakeholders and the business
  
  
• Ability to train others and share knowledge across teams
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to bridge business and technical environments, and ability to build professional relationships
  
  
• Ability to quickly learn complex systems and understand product architecture and development frameworks.
  
  

What we would like to see

• 
  
  
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
  
  
• Experience working directly with healthcare providers, payers, or RCM vendors.
  
  
• Experience in Agile Scrum and SAFe development methodologies
  
  
• Healthcare revenue cycle management knowledge specifically related to prior authorizations
  
  
• Knowledge of healthcare EDI transactions including 278 215/216/217, 837, 835, 276/277, 270/271, and 275 EDI transactions
  
  

About FinThrive

FinThrive is advancing the healthcare economy.
For the most recent information on FinThrive's vision for healthcare revenue management visit /why-finthrive.

Award-winning Culture of Customer-centricity and Reliability

At FinThrive we're proud of our agile and committed culture, which makes FinThrive an exceptional place to work. Explore our latest workplace recognitions at careers#culture.

Our Perks and Benefits

FinThrive is committed to continually enhancing the colleague experience by actively seeking new perks and benefits. For the most up-to-date offerings visit /careers-benefits.

FinThrive's Core Values and Expectations

• 
  
  
• Demonstrate integrity and ethics in day-to-day tasks and decision making, adhere to FinThrive's core values of being Customer-Centric, Agile, Reliable and Engaged, operate effectively in the FinThrive environment and the environment of the work group, maintain a focus on self-development and seek out continuous feedback and learning opportunities
  
  
• Support FinThrive's Compliance Program by adhering to policies and procedures pertaining to HIPAA, FCRA, GLBA and other laws applicable to FinThrive's business practices; this includes becoming familiar with FinThrive's Code of Ethics, attending training as required, notifying management or FinThrive's Helpline when there is a compliance concern or incident, HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information, and demonstrable awareness of confidentiality obligations
  
  

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a colleague must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Know Your Rights
Pay Transparency Notice

FinThrive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures its employment decisions comply with principles embodied in Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Executive Order 11246, Revised Order Number 4, and applicable state regulations.
2024 FinThrive. All rights reserved. The FinThrive name, products, associated trademarks and logos are owned by FinThrive or related entities. RV092724TJO

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About the Role

What you will do

• 
  
  
• Own the process for building payer relationships, identifying payer requirements for connection, translating requirements into user stories for the development team, coordinating implementation and testing, and ensuring the payer connection is successful in production.
  
  
• Fill the role of subject matter expert in relation to prior authorizations and notice of admission both in terms of payer requirements and overall business requirements to successfully manage prior authorizations between providers and payers.
  
  
• Identify and document the correct method of submission and status for prior authorizations to payers based on the payer requirement for specific service or CPT code including EDI 278 215/217, UMO payer portal, or Fax.
  
  
• Document payer portal prior authorization workflows for robotic process automation and work with the RPA development team to build and test new payer portal prior auth automations.
  
  
• Define and monitor key metrics for prior authorization connectivity, including transaction turnaround time, error rates, and customer satisfaction
  
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements impacting prior authorization processes and ensure compliance in all payer connections
  
  
• Become an expert in the upcoming Da Vinci FHIR prior authorization standards and work with development and business teams to ensure successful transition to FHIR
  
  
• Work with payers and providers to establish FHIR connections for Prior Auth
  
  
• Collaborate with the development team and clearinghouse team to establish EDI connections to payers
  
  
• Collaborate closely with development, QA, UX, and other cross-functional teams to ensure deliverables meet customer and business expectations.
  
  
• Engage directly with customers and internal stakeholders to elicit and understand business needs, pain points, and desired outcomes.
  
  
• Triage errors and issues that arise and work and collaborate with other teams to resolve as needed to resolve the issues.
  
  
• Prioritize the payer connection backlog based on business value, customer impact, and development capacity, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  
  
• Apply critical thinking to streamline processes and work towards continual improvement and efficiency
  
  
• Maintain and prioritize the user story backlog and work with development and stakeholder teams to refine user stories to meet the Definition of Ready for development
  
  
• Work with the scrum team to ensure all tasks are completed and the committed objectives are achieved
  
  

What you will bring

• 
  
  
• Subject matter expert knowledge of healthcare prior authorizations and notice of admission processes on the provider, payer, and UMO sides.
  
  
• 2+ years of experience working with prior authorization submissions and status to payers and UMOs
  
  
• Knowledge of Da Vinci FHIR and ability to become a Da Vinci FHIR subject matter expert
  
  
• Strong skills in creating detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
  
  
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex business problems.
  
  
• Provide guidance and direction to the technology teams during the development cycle and participate in all scrum ceremonies. Be available and ready to make quick, well-informed team-level decisions on behalf of stakeholders and the business
  
  
• Ability to train others and share knowledge across teams
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to bridge business and technical environments, and ability to build professional relationships
  
  
• Ability to quickly learn complex systems and understand product architecture and development frameworks.
  
  

What we would like to see

• 
  
  
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
  
  
• Experience working directly with healthcare providers, payers, or RCM vendors.
  
  
• Experience in Agile Scrum and SAFe development methodologies
  
  
• Healthcare revenue cycle management knowledge specifically related to prior authorizations
  
  
• Knowledge of healthcare EDI transactions including 278 215/216/217, 837, 835, 276/277, 270/271, and 275 EDI transactions
  
  

About FinThrive

FinThrive is advancing the healthcare economy.
For the most recent information on FinThrive's vision for healthcare revenue management visit /why-finthrive.

Award-winning Culture of Customer-centricity and Reliability

At FinThrive we're proud of our agile and committed culture, which makes FinThrive an exceptional place to work. Explore our latest workplace recognitions at careers#culture.

Our Perks and Benefits

FinThrive is committed to continually enhancing the colleague experience by actively seeking new perks and benefits. For the most up-to-date offerings visit /careers-benefits.

FinThrive's Core Values and Expectations

• 
  
  
• Demonstrate integrity and ethics in day-to-day tasks and decision making, adhere to FinThrive's core values of being Customer-Centric, Agile, Reliable and Engaged, operate effectively in the FinThrive environment and the environment of the work group, maintain a focus on self-development and seek out continuous feedback and learning opportunities
  
  
• Support FinThrive's Compliance Program by adhering to policies and procedures pertaining to HIPAA, FCRA, GLBA and other laws applicable to FinThrive's business practices; this includes becoming familiar with FinThrive's Code of Ethics, attending training as required, notifying management or FinThrive's Helpline when there is a compliance concern or incident, HIPAA-compliant handling of patient information, and demonstrable awareness of confidentiality obligations
  
  

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a colleague must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Know Your Rights
Pay Transparency Notice

FinThrive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures its employment decisions comply with principles embodied in Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Executive Order 11246, Revised Order Number 4, and applicable state regulations.
2024 FinThrive. All rights reserved. The FinThrive name, products, associated trademarks and logos are owned by FinThrive or related entities. RV092724TJO

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