Osp Technician/Field Engineer Staker

Department: Fiber - Fiber Network Design and Implementation Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: South Central Virginia

Reporting To: Joel Williams

Description

In collaboration with the engineering design team, these positions will perform field engineering and staking to produce final outside plant construction plans for FTTx build-outs. Responsibilities include planning, designing, documenting, and permitting proposed new construction for buried, underground, and aerial outside plant facilities.

Key Responsibilities

(include but not limited to):

• Geo-Accurate Design of Fiber Running Lines, Proposed Locations, Splicing Schematics, and All Final Construction Units in GIS
• Site Field Surveying & Staking of New FTTx Infrastructure Using an Integrated GIS Platform
• Coordinating with Existing Utilities on Aerial Pole Make Ready
• Coordinating with Client to Define Specifications & Preferred Construction Methods for FTTx Buildout
• Coordinating with Local DOT During Permit Application Process to Ensure All Plans Conform to Local & State Regulations
• Coordinating with Construction Project Managers to Ensure Timely Scheduling of Final Design Deliverables and Ordering of Construction Materials
• Often extensive travel and time away from home is required

Requirements/Knowledge/Skills

• Must provide own vehicle, but will be paid per mile
• Training will be offered to the right candidate
• Overtime is often required
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• 5+ years of experience with OSP Telecom Engineering processes and practices, including practical application in the field, is desired
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction
• Working knowledge of GIS, including ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth, etc.
• Superior time management and strong attention to detail
• Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented
• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
• Must perform repetitive physical motions of bending, standing, climbing, and walking on uneven terrain. (You will be exposed to various weather conditions)
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of RUS standards and terminology

Benefits

At JSI, you will have a career that is rewarding and challenging on every level of the organization.

JSI is committed to providing our employees with:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Educational opportunities
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A diverse, dynamic, and stimulating work environment