Job Responsibilities and Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS and layering, fundamental knowledge of Outside Plant, running line, conduit and cable design for fiber optics, manholes, hand holes, and poles (aerial and underground).
Assist in the planning, analysis, and recommendations in support of new construction of outside plant network structures and facilities.
A thorough understanding/experience in the Outside Plant telecom industry, public right-of-way, private easements, and existing utilities such as water, sewer, electric, gas, and other underground and aerial utilities.
Knowledgeable in city, county, state, and local municipalities encroachment permits, Traffic Control and specialty permits (e.g., UPRR, Caltrans, etc.), easement right away and various environmental permits are highly desired.
Must be able to interact with the local municipalities, Telco engineers and construction/maintenance forces to acquire OSP Records, ICGS, Assessor Maps, map info, AIS, and Construction Prints.
Site surveys, translating field notes to develop and update conduit/cable engineering design drawings in AutoCAD.
NDS and AutoCAD experience.
Preferred experience with GPON and Corning Flexnap products is a plus.

Minimum Job Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree or related experience. Telecom experience strongly preferred.
Proficient in MS Office; including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Experience reading blueprints, conduit prints, and floor plans.
Experience reading and creating permit drawings and applications.
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills for interfacing with different work groups internally or externally.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and self-starter.
Experience in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Advanced AutoCAD, QGIS experience a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Requirements, and Demands

Sitting for extended periods while viewing a computer monitor and performing various desk work.
Dexterity of hands and reaching to operate keyboard/calculator and file documents.
Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 lbs.
Vision requires eyesight sufficiently strong enough to permit extended close work and normal color perception.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Junior Outside Plant Engineer