Outside Plant Project Engineer Assistant

Engineering Essential skills and experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to perform work and duties independently as well as in a team environment
• Outstanding communication (both written and verbal) and customer service skills
• Detail orientation and organization skills
• A thorough understanding of fiber design standards for underground and aerial construction
• A thorough understanding of public right-of-way, private easements, existing utilities such as water, sewer, gas, electric, communication, and other underground and aerial utilities
• GIS experience is a plus
• Fiber counts and network layout experience a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), and Google Earth
• Basic mathematical skills, e.g. averages, percentages
• Must be able to sit long periods of time behind computer
• Must enjoy working in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment
• Ability to travel to complete field visits and/or meetings
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner

Physical Requirements

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to clearly see color and shading in plans and materials.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.
• Must be able to ride in a vehicle up to four hours to travel to and from job sites.
• Must be able to work in different temperatures and changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must have vision to allow differences in colors, shades and brightness.
• Must have flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of the business.

Work Environment

Additional Information

Additional Responsibilities

• Current valid driver’s license
• Available to work nights & weekends

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Long term disability
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance