OSP Engineer

Job Description:
Targeted Years of Experience: 5-7 years

Responsibilities:

• Fiber plant design, and general construction knowledge.

• Experience in telecommunications / data networking or wireless industry.

• Strong Computer Skills (Databases, Processes, and Administrative) - Comprehensive knowledge and skill for more complex applications to include Word, Excel, Visio, ArcGIS/ESRI, 3GIS, Google Earth, etc.

• Knowledge of the network plant and local practices.

• Experience with working application of engineering systems and databases.

• Working knowledge of right-of-way, property rights, and permit acquisition.

MUST HAVE SKILLS (Most Important):
1. Minumum of 3 years experience with reading/interpreting fiber construction as-builts and fiber splicing cut sheets or schematics.
2. Minumum of 3 years experience with modifying and creating linear and point features and attributes from documentation in Telecommunication-3GIS or similar GIS application.
3. Able to work independently on multiple projects within organizational practices and guidelines.

DESIRED SKILLS:
1. Conduct Research to locate and obtain existing feature sets.
2. Provide GIS (Geographic Information Systems) analysis and services.
3. Prepare custom maps and diagrams from GIS data.
4. Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data.
5. Analytical Skills - The ability to resolve problems associated with given task.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

Requires High school degree and 4 years or more job-related experience or degree in related field. A combination of education and applicable work experience may be acceptable.

ArcGIS certification a plus.