Field Engineer

Overview

Maverix Broadband is a leading provider of high-speed broadband services, specializing in the deployment and maintenance of advanced fiber optic networks. Our mission is to deliver unparalleled service and connectivity to our customers by leveraging the latest technology and innovative solutions. As we continue to expand our network, we are seeking a skilled and dedicated Field Engineer to join our dynamic team.

Position Summary

The Field Engineer provides supportive engineering services through detailed collection of telecommunications information from the job site. This position requires a working level of knowledge in all technical aspects of fiber networks. The successful candidate is responsible for in-person validation of the existing field design and layout of the OSP telecommunications network to include aerial, buried, and underground fiber network design and layout, underground conduit, handhole, building entrance, and riser facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all field work complies with permit requirements by understanding the City, County and State requirements as well as any long lead permit requirements that may apply. ie...railroad, NFS, Environmental, or Wetlands.
• Deliver detailed field notes & photographs (where needed) to the engineering team.
• Identify and validate constructability as aerial or underground environment to include any of the follow that may apply :
• All required facilities, including side of road, cables, poles, terminals, pedestals, handholes, & other Outside Plant (OSP) infrastructure.
• Capture accurate measurements of attachment heights (if aerial design), utility structures, & tie down distances from existing / proposed Outside Plant (OSP) facilities to centerlines, property lines, & edge of pavement and back of curb lines.
• If aerial design, identify power and communication facilities on utility poles and record bonding, grounding, guying, & anchor information.
• Identify any obstructions to fiber placement & provide an alternate path to engineering.
• Provide schedule and project database updates, regularly reporting to the project manager to keep them constantly informed of job progress, plans, and any issues that could significantly affect costs or schedules.
• Manage compliance with quality control and quality assurance standards and specifications.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Perform equipment, material, and routine site inspections.
• Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Attend regular meetings with vendors, managers, and staff.

Education / Experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

Compensation & Benefits

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Note

Maverix Broadband is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Maverix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

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