OSP Designer

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Interpret and follow engineering standards for assigned projects.
• Use CAD and other software to develop engineering designs.
• Perform route analysis and develop aerial and underground fiber route maps.
• Handle fiber verification and mapping activities.
• Maintain records of fiber splicing and topography.
• Develop mitigation and restoration procedures for emergencies conditions such as fiber damages, power failures and other disasters.
• Perform construction and maintenance of OSP infrastructure according to industry standards.
• Maintain safety and security of OSP facility.
• Determine scope, budget and schedules for OSP projects.
• Monitor and control expenses within allotted budget.
• Communicate project status to Managers on weekly basis.
• Complete the assigned projects within the defined scope and timelines.
• Perform routine inspection of OSP networks.
• Get state and local permits as required to execute OSP projects.
• Assist in the installation and splicing of fiber optic cables and new underground network facilities when required.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
  

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent; College level courses in AutoCAD drafting/CATV design desired
• At least 3 years hands-on/field experience designing and construction of Outside Plant Copper and Fiber Optic Cable (UG, Aerial, Buried, BICS) and manhole and conduit design.
• Strong background in fiber plant support services
• Knowledge of permitting process
• Must understand the underlying theories and concepts of broadband communication and including fiber optics and Metro Ethernet networks
• Industry-related experience preferred.
  

BENEFITS:
We truly appreciate and value all our employees and show our appreciation by offering a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks