Technician Field Make Ready

Des Moines, IA

Workplace Type: Field

Employment Type: Hourly

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• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

• Field Inspection & Quality Control:
  
  • Perform comprehensive field inspections of OSP infrastructure, including aerial, buried, and underground fiber/copper networks, to ensure all elements meet construction, safety, and quality standards.
  • Conduct pre-construction site surveys to identify potential issues, obstructions, and necessary "Make Ready" work prior to construction or splicing teams being deployed.
  • Verify and document adherence to engineering prints, plans, and technical specifications for all installation activities.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  
  • Accurately record detailed field notes, photographs, and measurements of existing and proposed facilities.
  • Generate precise inspection reports, documenting all findings, including defects, non-compliance issues, and required corrective actions (redlines).
  • Ensure all project documentation and close-out packages are complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
  
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot technical problems related to plant readiness and construction quality.
  • Collaborate with field crews, supervisors, and engineering teams to resolve issues identified during the inspection process.
• Safety and Compliance:
  
  • Promote and enforce all company safety policies and procedures at job sites.

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in telecommunications OSP construction, installation, maintenance, or inspection (fiber, coax, copper).
• Technical Proficiency:
  
  • Strong ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, network diagrams, and GIS maps.
  • Working knowledge of OSP construction techniques, practices, and materials for aerial and underground utilities.
  • Proficiency with measurement tools, testing equipment, and electronic devices (e.g., tablet, GPS devices) for field data collection.
• Attributes:
  
  • Acute attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for professional interaction with field crews, clients, and subcontractors.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage a flexible daily schedule with frequent travel.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in various weather conditions and environments.
• License: Valid Driver's License required.