Outside Plant Resident Engineer - Brainerd, United States - Consolidated Telephone Company

Description

Outside Plant Resident Engineer

Summary

Job Title

Outside Plant Resident Engineer

Department

Engineering

Description

The

Outside Plant Engineer

designs, prepares and maintains maps to accurately document CTC facilities. Monitors and reports on construction progress along with performing on-site inspection to ensure contractors are conforming with project specifications. Utilizes GIS software to prepare layouts and detail drawings.

Provides timely utility permits with accurate designs to accompany projects.

Develops and maintains a filing system for copies of engineering drawings and related materials.


Reports To:
Engineering & Safety Manager

Requirements

*In addition to the above, this position will perform other work related duties as assigned.

These tasks do not meet the Americans With Disabilities Act definition of essential job functions and are usually less than 5% of time spent.

However, these tasks still constitute important performance aspects of the job.


CTC MISSION:
To empower our members, employees, and communities through exceptional service and life changing technology solutions for a sustainable future.


CTC VISION:

Through technology leadership, smart growth, and community engagement, our cooperative will demonstrate extraordinary focus to positively transform those we serve.

Supervision Received:
Works under the direction of the Engineering & Safety Manager and/or Senior Management.


Supervision Exercised:
None.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of industry regulations affecting engineering projects.

Knowledge of telecommunications cable plant terminology and construction methods.

Knowledge of company products and services.

Knowledge of company policies and procedures.

Skill in operating various office equipment including a PC, telephone systems, copy machine, scanner, printers, and large format plotters.

Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents and forms including work orders, staking sheets, schematics, and circuit diagrams.

Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments.

Ability to pay close attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to remain organized.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Project, and Power Point.

Knowledge of GIS software.

Ability to work from oral or written instruction with limited supervision.

Prioritization of work orders to meet deadlines is essential to the success of this position.

Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.

Ability to effectively function individually and as a team player.

Must have a valid Minnesota driver's license and clean driving record.

Extensive travel during construction season which will include overnight travel and the ability to work overtime if applicable.

Willingness to acquire the appropriate training.


Education and Experience:
Associate degree in engineering or equivalent, plus five years' experience.

Telecommunications experience is required.

Valid Minnesota driver's license and good driving record.


Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to see; hear; talk; grasp; feel and finger equipment to complete assigned job tasks.

This position requires full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to walk and stand for long periods of time and perform under adverse field conditions.

The employee is regularly required to be able to sit, lift, climb, stoop, kneel, pull and push. The employee frequently must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and regularly lift 20-50 pounds.

Travel

Extensive travel is out of CTC's service area and overnight travel will be expected.


Supportive Relationships:
Internal - All employees should work together toward a common goal of continued progress of the company.

The employees shall attempt to maintain pleasant working relationships with those in their own and other departments.

External – Employees shall remember that quality service is the only reason that the company is in existence.

To the individual customer, that employee is CTC.


Work Environments:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside conditions and extensive travel that includes inclement weather, heat and humidity, rain, sleet, and hail and cold.

This position will also be exposed to all types of terrain that includes uneven and slippery ground, undergrowth and vegetation, trees, grass, dust, asphalt, bugs, and poisonous plants.

The noise level in the general work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

This factor measures the surroundings and physical conditions under which a job must be done and the extent to which those conditions make the job disagreeable.

Consider the presence and relative amount of exposure to dust, dirt, heat, fumes, contaminants, cold, noise, vibration, wetness, etc.

Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions.


Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management 40%

Prepare detailed engineering designs, including drawings, specifications, and costs estimates, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Communicate with contractors and field staff via verbal and written form. Respond to requests in a timely manner and provide accurate information to assist on projects.

Assist with site surveys and assessments to determine the feasibility and optimal routing of outside plant infrastructure, including fiber optic cables, conduits, and distribution cabinets.

Onsite construction project point of contact for contractors and other engineering staff

Work closely with property owners and potential members on any clean up placement concerns and questions.

Work with contractor to update detail tabulation sheets on a weekly basis and confirm that all units placed correctly.

Review contractor invoices and cross check with tabulation sheets.

Permitting 30%

Prepares utility permit applications to MNDOT, county, city, and township entities. Ensures permits are submitted and executed on a timely basis.

Communicate with utility permitting agencies on fiber placement.

GIS Updates 20%

Complete onsite staking sheet in GIS, staking for all projects, services, and line extensions.

Collects GPS coordinates for all pedestals, vaults and NID's when on-site.

Assists GIS Technician with as-built maps and staking sheets.

Other Responsibilities

10%

Locate existing fiber cable with an underground cable locator.

Fiber route staking for lathe placement of pedestals, hand holes, and right of way placement for fiber optic cable.

Prepare splicing schematics and perform fiber splicing.

Test network and distribution fiber using an OTDR, Power Meter, live fiber detector.

Works closely with outside plant inspector on day-to-day job functions and training.

Extensive travel will be required during the construction season which will include overnight travel for the majority of the construction season.

Completes tasks and special projects as assigned by management.

Core Values Member Experience 20%

Committed to being honest and ethical and to maintain consistency between our values and actions

Does the right thing, regardless of the situation or external pressures

Demonstrates personal accountability to co-workers and in fulfilling their role on the team

Accountability 20%

Displays dedication and commitment to providing quality products and services to the cooperative's members

Takes pride in their work and holds themselves accountable for results

Works to increase value for members through improved efficiency and expanding their skills through professional development

Competition 20%

Works to build strong

relationships and teamwork, cooperating with co-workers to achieve common goals.

Remains engaged in their work and listens well

Adapts well to change and new ways of doing things

Takes the initiative to help where help is needed, without being asked

Innovation 20%

Treats all people with dignity and values them as individuals

Maintains a positive, encouraging and respectful attitude towards their co-workers and our members

Open-minded to new ideas, adaptable and flexible with new ways of doing things

Performance 20%

Acts in ways that help, assist, and benefit our members and communities we serve

Considers what might be important to each member, anticipates needs and then acts proactively

Focuses on customer-oriented actions that will

build strong, long-term

relationships for the cooperative

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