OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER/GIS SPECIALIST

OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER/GIS SPECIALIST

Michigan Broadband Services is actively seeking an Outside Plant Planner & GIS Specialist at their Carney, MI location. This position will work directly with the installation and construction teams to develop construction plans and drawings for FTTH projects.

This is a full-time hourly based position that is benefit eligible. This position may require some nights and weekends based on the needs of the business. Travel will be a necessary part of this job.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and prepare preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and/or other drawings

• Create and review splice diagrams using AutoCAD software

• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner

• Create permit drawings, utility schematics and as-built drawings

• Submit encroachment and specialty permits (city, county, state, local municipalities, CSX, NSRR, etc.)

• Drive to the project locations to collect necessary information for design drawings

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must have a valid license and be insurable with company’s insurance carrier

• Experience in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, QGIS, and IQGeo software programs

• Knowledge pertaining to wireless technology

• Ability to read heat maps, geography and tower equipment

• Must have a thorough understanding of public right-of-way, private easements, existing utilities such as water, sewer, gas, electricity, communications, and other underground and aerial facilities

• Must have a strong work ethic and be able to multi-task

• Must be able to perform efficiently under demand and stress

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and have strong computer skills

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Company policy

BENEFITS

• Health, dental and life insurance

• 401k with employer match

• PTO and holiday pay