Outside Plant Specialist

Syringa Networks LLC•Boise, ID

11d

About The Position

Primary responsibilities include managing outside plant (OSP) city and state road projects, designing and drawing aerial and underground new construction builds, inspecting contractor work, and supporting project timelines. Most tasks occur in the field and may require overtime, including evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel is also required and may be as high as 20% depending on business needs. The job functions and responsibilities for our OSP Technician include: Creating drawings and worksheets using Visio and other software applications. Understanding Staking Sheets and Idaho TD/UtahDOT blueprints is required. Performing work in accordance with industry standards. Familiarity with RUS standards, reading and following instructions and specifications, managing and maintaining the scope of work on the project, and adherence to safety procedures are required. Preparing engineering field notes, interpreting buried and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field, and recommending changes in running line or construction methodologies. Participating in vendor relationships and material handling as needed for project contracts Entering and maintaining outside plant records. Participating in engineering, permitting, and construction processes to support project contracts. Performing routine route maintenance including recognizing and repairing route issues such as Hand Hole cleanup, sign placement, and weed control. Other duties, responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Reading, interpreting, and understanding Staking Sheets is required.
Working knowledge and experience with current computerized operations, CAD systems, and Microsoft Visio.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
Ability to work with clients and/or customer contacts regarding best construction practices, practical facility entrances and surface restoration.
Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good, sound decisions based on information given.
Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure.
Must hold a valid Driver’s License.
One year (minimum) experience in Outside Plant telecom engineering and construction.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft applications.
In-depth understanding of technology-based services, products and networking.

Nice To Haves

Field engineering and project lead experience is desirable.
Supervisory and/or project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Managing outside plant (OSP) city and state road projects
Designing and drawing aerial and underground new construction builds
Inspecting contractor work
Supporting project timelines
Creating drawings and worksheets using Visio and other software applications.
Understanding Staking Sheets and Idaho TD/UtahDOT blueprints
Performing work in accordance with industry standards
Preparing engineering field notes
Interpreting buried and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field
Recommending changes in running line or construction methodologies
Participating in vendor relationships and material handling as needed for project contracts
Entering and maintaining outside plant records
Participating in engineering, permitting, and construction processes to support project contracts
Performing routine route maintenance including recognizing and repairing route issues such as Hand Hole cleanup, sign placement, and weed control