Fiber Outside Plant Engineer

WHY YOU WANT TO WORK FOR DIRECT COMMUNICATIONS:

Join our dynamic team at Direct Communications, where we are dedicated to delivering exceptional internet services to rural communities. We offer AMAZING benefits, including health, dental, and vision care insurance for just $1/month, telehealth services, preventative wellness programs, up to a 6% 401K match, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, generous paid time off, 10 observed holidays, and a personal and professional tuition reimbursement program, financial health support, among many others! At Direct Communications, we are guided by our core values of integrity, growth, respect, sustainability, community, and strategic leadership, ensuring that every team member contributes to a culture of excellence and shared purpose. Come be a part of something great!

Job Description

The Broadband OSP Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing fiber optic networks to ensure high-quality broadband service delivery and overseeing the planning, execution, and management of fiber optic construction projects. This role entails splicing diagram creation, field staking, contractor management, and ensuring compliance with build estimates and construction methods.
Position requires a strong understanding of fiber optics, network design principles and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

SALARY: $85,000 - $90,000/year

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop fiber optic network architectures for residential and commercial broadband services.


• Conduct site surveys and analyze geographical and environmental factors affecting fiber installation.


• Create detailed engineering drawings and documentation for fiber network projects.


• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective project execution.


• Perform network capacity planning and optimization to enhance service performance.


• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in fiber optic technology.


• Troubleshoot and resolve network design issues as they arise.


• Organize and file necessary paperwork and staking sheets.


• Manage contractor relationships as needed.


• Work closely with splicers to ensure proper fiber installation and connectivity.

Qualifications & SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred), Telecommunications or Construction Management or related field.


• Experience in construction, splicing, and project management.


• Proven experience in fiber optic network design and implementation.


• Strong workload management and organizational skills.


• Knowledge of construction methods, industry standards, estimates, and materials required for fiber builds.


• Proficiency in Esri, GIS, CAD or similar software.


• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings

BENEFITS:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance for $1/month


• Tele-Health Services


• Preventative Wellness Programs


• 401(k) with 6% Company matching


• Generous paid time off (prorated 14 days in year 1 and earning more each year)


• 10 observed/paid holidays


• Company-paid life insurance - Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment


• Company-paid short-term disability


• Long term disability


• Tuition Reimbursement Program (professional and personal)


• Financial Health Application and Financial Planning Resources


• Voluntary Flex Spending for Medical and/or Daycare


• Voluntary Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance


• Voluntary Accident Insurance


• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance


• Free internet if you live within our service footprint


• On-the-job training

Direct Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provider.