Telecom & Infrastructure Project Specialist

**Closing Date to Apply:** External: July 18th, 2026 @ 5 pm PST Internal: July 22nd, 2026 @ 5 pm PST **Number of Positions:** 2 **Salary:** $104,822.00 to $177,107.00 annually **Midpoint:** $140,964.50 annually Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range. **Benefits:** This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits. [Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uip-wa.org%2Fgrant-pud&data=05%7C01%7Csslack%40gcpud.org%7Ca173825d77134735d41508daf2567334%7C023cc3f109884757846f493f0d084a7d%7C0%7C0%7C638088750379040195%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eM53abGi2m31efctL16tdB%2Fhbx5CYkmu0%2B8agprm6Ws%3D&reserved=0) *Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made, if selected for this position.* First review of applications will occur on **July 18th, 2026**. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration. The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date, consistent with District policy and applicable law. **Position Summary** Under limited supervision, this position provides specialized expertise in Telecom Performance, Maintenance, Compliance and Construction to support the planning, design, and maintenance of inside and outside telecom infrastructure, facilities, and building systems. The role is responsible for maintaining the Telecom Multi-Year Roadmap ensuring the reliability, functionality, and operational performance of existing and future telecom infrastructure that support Grant PUD operations. This position collaborates with Telecom engineers, outside engineers, vendors, and interior subject matter experts to develop recommendations within their area of expertise. Additionally, the role requires building and maintaining external and internal professional relationships that influence project outcomes and contribute to the successful execution of telecom-related initiatives. **Essential Functions** Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Support telecom and fiber infrastructure planning initiatives to ensure safe, reliable, and functional inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) networks. - Serve as a subject matter expert under Telecom & Fiber Services, providing recommendations related to infrastructure planning, maintenance, compliance, capacity management, lifecycle planning and ISP/OSP standards. - Partner with Telecom & Fiber Services leadership and operations teams to develop and implement strategies, procedures, and documentation supporting network operations, capacity planning, maintenance, expansions, relocations, new build, and budgeting. - Monitor and asse…