OSP Engineering Technician II
Communication Network Engineering, Inc. (CNE)

JOB SUMMARY:  The Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering Technician II provides design assistance and construction supervision of telecommunications outside plant construction projects. This role typically works under limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares construction drawings, including electronically drawn staking sheets (Visio) and maps (AutoCAD/GIS)
  • Works with contractors to determine the needs of the project, including ped staking, fiber placement routes, and bore locations
  • Prepares construction units and progress reports for both internal and external stakeholders
  • Researches and acquires private easements
  • Collects field data utilizing GPS units and other collection tools
  • Works with contractors to determine the needs of the project, including ped staking, fiber placement routes, and bore locations
  • Performs on-site inspection and supervision of the outside plant construction to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications
  • Records as-built records for the project
  • Performs arial fielding and prepares for analysis, as needed
  • Updates construction drawings with as-built data
  • Completes as-built mapping using ArcGIS or AutoCAD, as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in Telecommunications, Drafting, Construction Management or related field, preferred
  • Three years of experience in the utility construction industry
  • Knowledge of aerial design and construction practices and procedures of fiber facilities, preferred
  • Experience with pole loading analysis software such as O-Calc, preferred
  • Comprehensive computer skills (Microsoft Office, Visio, and AutoCAD experience preferred)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to excel working both independently and as a part of a team
  • The ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
  • Overnight and/or extended travel required
  • The ability to work overtime during the construction season
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable

TO APPLY:  Please apply on our website through this like: OSP Engineering Technician II | Communication Network Engineering Careers (ukg.net)

Communication Network Engineering, Inc. has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the Employee or the Employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.