Infrastructure Field Engineer- Parsons, TN

CEC FACILITIES LLC•Irving, TX

About The Position

The Infrastructure Field Engineer uses technical and practical knowledge to assist operations in selecting effective installation methods for telecommunications infrastructure. This is a safety-sensitive position involving field surveys, documentation, inspections, and other tasks that support construction planning and project delivery. The role may require working at varied job sites and in challenging conditions, including confined spaces and areas under construction, while following customer requirements and safety guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
One to five or more years of experience as an OSP Fielder or in similar relevant engineering work, which may include site surveys and development of build plans.
Strong knowledge of construction and telecommunications specifications.
Ability to use industry tools such as measuring wheels, height sticks, pull finders, and manhole/handhole hooks.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Intermediate ability with Windows operating systems.
Intermediate ability with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to solve problems to help keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Must comply with DOT regulations when operating DOT-registered vehicles.
Ability to work eight hours per day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required; night shifts may also be required.
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and night shifts when required.
Ability to work professionally and courteously around customers and their representatives with little or no disruption.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Ability to routinely lift 51 pounds and remain on one’s feet while moving about.
Ability to climb ladders of all types and complete full-day assignments involving overhead work.
Ability to access construction work areas and building levels, including by approved site construction ladders or stairs still under construction but acceptable for use.
Ability to secure tools and materials from storage areas to complete assigned tasks.
Normal or corrected vision and hearing; vision abilities include close, distance, color discrimination for color-coded wires, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest, at all times.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Keep assigned job-site tasks organized and clean.
Locate, sketch, and document outside plant (OSP) facilities, including cables, poles, ground structures, terminals, manholes, and equipment.
Complete assigned tasks within budgeted time and meet or exceed established quality standards.
Gather field information, verify records, and prepare documentation needed for work-order construction prints.
Take detailed measurements, notes, and photographs of proposed telecommunications construction locations, cable routes, and equipment sites.
Provide feedback to improve installation processes.
Conduct field surveys and prepare right-of-way drawings and asset documentation to determine suitable construction routes.
Document project changes, communicate them to project management, and provide project documents at completion.
Perform walkouts, inspections, testing, and other required field tasks.
Collect pole data for attachments or pole loading as required.
Conduct research as requested by the company or customer.
Follow safety guidelines and customer requirements.
Perform other related duties to support efficient processes, project completion, and department operations.
Operate DOT-registered vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations.
Work overtime, weekends, and night shifts when required to complete projects on time.