Infrastructure Field Engineer- Billings, MT

Position Summary

This position uses a variety of technical and practical knowledge to assist operations in implementing the best installation method for telecommunication infrastructure. This is a Safety Sensitive position.

• Assigned tasks relating to job site work are maintained in an organized and clean manner.
• Locate, sketch, and document detail information of OSP facilities: cables, poles, ground structures, terminals, manholes, and equipment.
• Assigned tasks are regularly completed within the budgeted time & performed to meet or exceed quality standards established.
• Acquire the necessary field information, record verifications, document preparation, required to prepare work order construction prints.
• Take detailed measurements, notes, and photos of the proposed telecommunications network construction locations, cable routes, and equipment site.
• Provide feedback to facilitate improvements to the installation process.
• Complete field surveys, ROW (right of way) drawings, asset documentation, etc. to determine best routes for construction.
• Document project changes and communicate back to project management, provide all documents at close of project.
• Perform tasks such as walkouts, inspections, testing, etc. as required.
• Collect pole data for attachments and/or pole loading as required.
• Perform any research as requested by the company/customer.
• Adhere strictly to safety guidelines and requirements.
• Follow guidelines set forth by the customer.

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department.

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelors degree preferred
• 1-5+ years experience as an OSP Fielder or similar and relative engineering experience which may include performing site surveys and developing appropriate build plans

• Strong knowledge of construction & telecommunication. specifications required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize industry tools; such as measuring wheels, height sticks, pull finders, MH/HH hooks, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Intermediate ability with Windows operating systems.
• Intermediate ability with Microsoft office applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to problem solve in order to keep project on time and budget.
• Will be operating DOT registered vehicles.
• Must be in compliance with DOT regulations.

Must be physically fit to endure the daily activity involved with the job. May work inside or outside. Possible exposure to hot and cold temperatures, works in all-weather elements such as rain, heat, cold and snow. This position may require work at extreme heights, in areas that are under construction, or in restricted areas such as a switch gear room, manhole, utility tunnel, crawl space, or attic, in confined spaces, and on slippery or uneven surfaces;

works on ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, in ditches and excavations; works in and around single and multi-story buildings with all exposures typical of a heavy construction site, roadside construction, including portable sanitary facilities.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.
• Sit for long periods of time while driving.
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds. Constantly move about on the feet.
• Climb ladders of all types.
• Complete full day assignments involving overhead work.
• Must be able to make transition from employee parking area or street into construction work areas and to access all levels of the building, even if the only means of access is by O.S.H.A. approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction, but acceptable for use.
• Must be capable of securing tools and materials from storage areas to complete assigned tasks.
• Possess good vision, normal or corrected.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess good hearing, normal or corrected.
• Must be able to positively identify different colors of wiring, conduit, and fiber optics.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest) at all times.
• Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night shifts, as needed. This position requires flexible work hours. In order to get a project completed on time, this position may be required to work overtime, weekends, and night shifts.
• Must be able to work in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no interference or disruption to the customer while maintaining a professional and courteous image.

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