OSP Network Engineer I (Telecommunications)

OSP Network Engineer I (Telecommunications)

As the largest pure-play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing-fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America—creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. Join us! 

 
What we’re seeking: 

The OSP Engineer will support the project teams with varying degrees of direct project responsibilities while developing a baseline knowledge of the telecommunications site development process. Project work will focus on new site development of macro and small cell sites, the modification of existing telecommunications facilities, fiber optic networks, and other project types as required. Responsibilities will focus on engineering tower and compound as well as creating fiber optic network designs while developing an understanding of client-specific telecommunications equipment and their usage.
  

What we need in you:  

What you’ll do:  

• Responsible for fielding varying types of information and data from numerous environments, including public rights of way along roads, the interior space of buildings, and throughout private campuses, such as offices or universities.
• Gathers data using digital cameras, observations, notes/reports, GPS enabled data collectors, and other measuring devices.
• Uses various technologies and applications, including phone, email, and web-based
• applications including Google Earth/ArcGIS/DCadtel or equivalent, to effectively compile data from the field or to modify/adjust preliminary plans
• Uses face-to-face communication to convey information accurately and efficiently to
• Provides scheduling, status reporting, and other documents as necessary and coordinates the same information with less experienced staff
• Works in handholes, accesses duct systems, and traverses landscapes that range from city streets to steep, unpaved rights of way, locating, and marking of underground ducts/cables, sticking/measuring utility poles, or other physical activities
• Track assigned tasks and prioritized completion of tasks accordingly
• Learn conduit design from client-specific standards
• Read and analyze blueprints, structural building drawings, construction drawings, and plans
• Evaluate the design for constructability
• Learn fiber optic specifications, equipment, and usage

What we offer:  

Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That’s why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we’re most proud to offer includes: 

• Salary Range: $67,000 - $93,000
• 20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year 
• Day one medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan 
• 401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation 
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance 
• Employee Resource Groups 
• 10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents 
• Up to $10k in adoption program assistance 
• 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave 
  *Represented employee benefits are subject to the terms of their specific bargaining agreements* 
   

What background you should have:  

• Technical degree or appropriate commensurate experience required, B.S.
• Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Construction preferred
• 0 to 3 years’ experience with the production of engineering drawings
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work autonomously without supervision required
• Experience with the production of structural and/or civil engineering drawings for telecommunications new site builds, upgrades and fiber optic networks (or similar site engineering drawings) required
• Telecommunications and/or utility experience preferred
• Ability to review site documentation and gather necessary information to complete the assignment
• Ability to drive to meet with customers and others as needed

Connecting communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. If your background and experiences are aligned with our passion to improve digital access across America, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.

Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.