CNE OSP Engineering Technician III

Vistal Careers•Fargo, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering Technician III provides project design assistance, field staking, and construction supervision of telecommunications outside plant construction projects. This role typically works under minimal supervision and may supervise other OSP Engineering Technicians. As a 100% employee-owned company, we know we can only succeed when our clients succeed. Our employees promote a positive, team-oriented culture, where employes are allowed to explore their talents and work on challenging, rewarding projects. At Communication Network Engineering, our work makes a tangible difference in people’s lives, as we bring them the technology they need to thrive in the modern world.

Requirements

Five years of experience in the utility construction industry
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

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Telecommunications, Drafting, Construction Management or related field, preferred
Thorough knowledge of aerial design and construction practices and procedures of fiber facilities, preferred
Experience with pole loading analysis software such as O-Calc, preferred

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
Provides supervision to other OSP Engineering Technicians, as needed
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