Come join a high growth team! We are a 100% employee-owned company with locations in North Dakota and Minnesota. As an ESOP we are all uniquely invested in your success.
The Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering Technician I provides design assistance and inspection of telecommunications outside plant construction projects. This role typically works under direct supervision. This role may be based in Fargo, ND or Bismarck, ND and will travel to various worksites throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Ohio.
What would I be responsible to do?
- · Supports the preparation of construction drawings, including electronically drawn staking sheets (Visio) and maps (AutoCAD/GIS)
- Works with contractors to determine the needs of the project, including ped staking, fiber placement routes, and bore locations
- Supports the preparation of construction units and progress reports for both internal and external stakeholders
- Prepare construction units and progress reports for both the client and CNE
- Converts of CADD/GIS files between various formats
- Prepares mapping exhibits for use by project staff in proposals, presentations, and other project related work
- Researches private easement regulations
- Collects field data utilizing GPS units and other collection tools
- Supports the on-site inspection and supervision of the outside plant construction to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications
- Records as-built records for the project
- Learns and follows company/industry/Rural Utilities Service design standards
- With guidance of OSP Tech II, updates construction drawings with as-built data
- Supports the as-built mapping using ArcGIS or AutoCAD, as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
What makes me qualified?
- HS Education or GED equivalent
- One year of experience in the utility construction industry, preferred but not required
- Comprehensive computer skills (Microsoft Office, Visio, and AutoCAD experience preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to excel working both independently and as a part of a team
- The ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Extended travel required
- The ability to work overtime during the construction season
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
- Capability to work in Fargo, ND or Bismarck, ND.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. We would love to hear from you. Apply now!
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road