Position Title:

Oustide Plant Facilities Engineer

Department:

Engineering

Status:

Full-time/Non-Exempt

Supervisor Title:

Engineering Supervisor

Evaluators:

Engineering Supervisor

Direct Reports:

None

1. 30%

Interpret engineering drawings and assist with layout/design of engineering work for construction to support installation and maintenance of telecommunications
infrastructure. Tasks may include but are not limited to preparing and publishing detailed documents for telecommunication infrastructure that include required routes, circuiting/pairing assignments, completing as built documentation and associated mapping details, staking routes, completing staking sheet and unit reference, creating and planning cut sheets, creating and maintaining cut sheet templates, creating and/or assisting others in creating or maintaining FTTH project documents, coordinating with engineering firm on project planning, project staking, and ongoing updates and progress related to plant turnover, collaborating with contractors and supervising ongoing construction projects, advancing orders through engineering stage, maintaining and updating project tracking documents, preparing bid sheets and contracts for construction and facilities acquisition, ensuring that standards and policies are being followed for safety, installation, modification, quality control, testing operating procedure, inspection, cut sheets, and maintenance of equipment; negotiating and documenting right-of-way for the placement of telecommunications cable and loop electronics with private individuals and government agencies, assisting with scheduling of projects, and participating in meetings pertinent to construction projects. Monitored by the Engineering Supervisor via direct observation, meetings, and review of projects.

2. 25%

Designs, plans, and implements telecommunications distribution projects for the purpose of providing exceptional services. Tasks may include but are not limited to preparing site drawings and construction drawings for various telecommunications facilities, performing cost studies, assisting with budget prep, preparing permit drawings and completing paperwork as required, interpreting codes, standards, requirements, and guidelines to complete assigned projects. Monitored by the Engineering Supervisor via direct observation and review of projects.

3. 25%

Performs plant updates and assists with the service order process for the purpose of supporting improved product offerings. Tasks may include but not limited to entering new plant and removing old plant from SDP (Service Delivery Provisioning), retiring old plant, updating changes on SDP records, creating and/or assisting with completion of service orders for installing or changing customer services, gathering necessary information, processing work orders to install new fiber or copper facility to address, assigning new copper or fiber plant, changing existing services collaborating with other departments, providing reports as requested scheduling splicers for new services, scheduling maintenance of copper and fiber plants, and interacting with customers to resolve issues. Monitored by the Engineering Supervisor via feedback.

4. 20%

Operates mapping system for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and providing information for techs and splicers to perform their duties. Tasks may include but not limited to completing or assisting others with map posting and updates, providing required documentation, updating electronic mapping, verifying if prints from electronic mapping match prints from consulting engineers, updating, or changing pay units for mapping and staking process, assisting with year-end and regulatory reporting requirements, and importing and exporting maps for timely updates. Monitored by the Engineering Supervisor through direct observation and reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position includes full responsibility and accountability to the Engineering Supervisor. Position requires effective communication and problem solving with a team. Must demonstrate ability to obtain information from others and delegate tasks as needed.

LATITUDE:

Most duties are assigned then performer plans and arranges tasks to complete duties. Problem solving is accomplished by performer independently most of the time. Some decisions not effecting other departments can be made independently. All purchase requests are referred to the Supervisor.

IMPACT OF POSITION:

Errors are easily detected and would result in minor technical expense for correction. Most work is verified, and errors usually impact a single department or phase of organization.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/INTERACTION:

Daily phone, email, and personal contact with employees in all departments. Weekly contact with customers and monthly contact with vendors.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Associates or bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related technology field, Preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Intermediate knowledge of telecommunications industry standards and practices, Required.
Thorough understanding of telecommunications outside plant construction and maintenance, Required.
Five years’ experience with electronic drafting/mapping systems, Preferred.

SKILLS:

LICENSE:

Valid driver’s license and a good driving record required.

EQUIPMENT:

Computer

Phone

Calculator

General office equipment

Digital or satelite measuring systems

PHYSICAL:

Frequent walking, demonstration of manual dexterity and visualizing of computer screen throughout the day, required.

Occasional twisting, squatting, bending, carrying, and lifting/moving heavy objects, required.

TRAINING:

Ongoing training as required by the company and the industry.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Office environment

Outside weather conditions

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Uneven terrain

Exposure to loud noise

OTHER:

Occasional travel by air and vehicle is required.

Occasional overnight travel required.