What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Optic Field Technician position at Techwave Consulting Inc.?
Techwave has immediate openings for all levels of Field Technicians to join our growing Engineering Services Team based out of our RDC location in Detroit, MI
Candidates will be responsible for field data collection throughout the continental US and other areas as needed by the organization and driven by project scope. Candidates may spend a significant amount of time, up to 2 weeks, in the field and working in teams until data has been collected as required.
Requirements will include but are not limited to capturing and submitting data using various types of electronic GIS equipment, and accurately evaluating and capturing existing telecommunication plant conditions. Work will involve walking multiple miles daily while collecting data. Previous experience with utility construction in an outside plant environment, as well as experience reading or designing utility work prints is preferred.
Job Responsibilities :
- Determine ideal locations for new above ground facilities and equipment, including above-ground cabinets & pedestals, as well as utility boxes placed to grade and underground conduit systems.
- Collect relevant Pole Information and accurately document existing measurements and placement.
- Conduct Underground / Buried Cable layout surveys to determine most cost-effective solutions and path.
- Conduct new substructure site surveys and site walks, as required.
- Determine existing and new locations for fiber optic cables.
- Accurately depict new construction route opportunities, with the ability to identify, research and problem solve cable path / placement issues in the field and accurately relay solutions to the engineering team.
- Assure that personal vehicle is maintained to company safety standards.
- Take pictures of job sites, pole conditions and other relevant structures or landmarks.
- Make hand drawn sketches of recommended engineering design while in the field or facility.
- Upload clear images files, hand notes, and sketches and edit for quality and cohesiveness.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Desired Skills & Qualifications :
Travel Requirements :
Daily travel to job site(s) in personal vehicle required - mileage reimbursement.
Occasional overnight stays based on project scope and size or as required.
Employment Status
Non-exempt, Hourly
Full Time
