Outside Plant Compliance Technician I

Outside Plant Compliance Technicians (Locator) inspect, evaluate, and analyze aerial and underground facilities for compliance with applicable internal and external safety and regulatory standards. This role provides occasional repair guidance and suggestions, contribute to the entry and maintenance of an asset compliance management database systems and work with others to ensure compliance. OSP Compliance Technicians understand and apply Cox Communications construction standards, as well as applicable asset owner, state, and federal standards. They monitor and maintain inspections schedules and provide quality assurance of vendor performance on compliance repairs as directed. Compliance employees ensure that the COX network is built in a safe manner throughout the system and when working on correcting infractions that safety and cost reduction are key.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Inspects Outside Plant based on applicable schedules
• Understands applicable Cox, State, NESC standards and regulations
• Understands high-risk geographic regions and driving factors
• Assigns infractions with relevant level of severity
• Enters information into the database
• May review make ready work with contractors
• May issue work to construction contractors
• May coordinate the Cox Service Drop conversions - getting off jump poles (if so desired) or other poles where clearances cannot be met to remove a violation.
• May order parts
• May inspect and QC's Contractor work
Completes as-built mapping

Qualifications -

Minimum

• HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience
• Generally less than 2 years' experience in a related field (e.g. OSP Construction, Field Operations, Utilities, Locator)
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required
• Requires strong knowledge of tools and/or applications such Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS,
• Must be able to walk in un-level areas and for long distances.
• You will be on your feet for several hours while performing duties for extended periods.
• Ability to read and understand printed and digital telecommunication utility maps.
• Ability to operate computer with Microsoft applications as well as other as needed software related to construction services.
Ability to work outdoors

Preferred

• Degree in related discipline
• 2- 3 years general knowledge of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities construction/Locator.
• Basic HFC/fiber design knowledge is helpful.
• Basic knowledge of construction standards and applicable codes for the area.
• Knowledge of Telecommunications aerial and underground construction practices.
Understanding of NESC and or local codes that pertain to utility construction.

USD 26.06 - 39.13 per hour

Compensation:

Hourly base pay rate is $26.06 - $39.13/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

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