Traveling OSP Resident

Jsi - Lubbock, TX

Full-time

Lubbock, TX

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Traveling Outside-Plant (OSP) Resident position involves extensive travel across the US to oversee and support telecom projects. The role requires engineering routine and specific outside plant work orders, providing field support, and ensuring successful project execution in collaboration with clients and contractors. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy outdoor work and are capable of adapting to various project locations and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing upcoming Fiber-to-the-Premise (FTTP) projects.
• Staking outside plant (OSP) projects based on engineering design.
• Accurately documenting existing measurements and proposed placements.
• Creating hand-drawn or computer-aided design (CAD) sketches of recommended engineering plans while in the field.
• Accurately depicting new construction route opportunities on work prints/staking sheets.
• Determining the ideal location for new above- and below-ground facilities and equipment.
• Supervising Outside Plant Inspectors.
• Ensuring engineering plans and specifications are being followed accordingly.
• Accurately recording units placed each day.
• Working alongside clients and contractors to ensure a project's success.
• Traveling for extended periods.

Requirements

• Must be willing to travel 100% of the time.
• Previous experience/knowledge of OSP Telecom Construction/Engineering is desired.
• Previous experience leading FTTh Inspection teams.
• Working knowledge of RUS practices and terminology is desired.
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for telecom facilities construction.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge of Google Earth/Maps.
• Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior time management and strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to perform repetitive physical motions of bending, standing, climbing, and walking on uneven terrain.
• Must provide own vehicle, but will be paid per mile.
• Overtime is often required.
• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
• High school diploma or GED.

Benefits

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A diverse, dynamic, and stimulating work environment.
• Educational opportunities.
• Work-life balance.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.