OSP Designer - Telecommunications

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent telecommunications company in Vancouver is seeking an Outside Plant Designer to create and detail telecom infrastructure for various projects. You will utilize tools like AutoCAD and SpatialNET, ensuring adherence to safety codes. The ideal candidate has a technical college background and up to 3 years in telecommunications. This role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary range of $60,800 - 83,600 annually.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion programs

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of experience in telecommunications or a related field.
• Strong ability to collaborate with project stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of construction/telecom documents and current practices.

Responsibilities

• Design civil telecom infrastructure on private and public property.
• Understand layout and design of PON networks using SpatialNET.
• Perform quality control and monitor plans for constructability.

Skills

MS Office skills

AutoCAD experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate from a technical college in civil, electrical/telecommunications, GIS

Job description

Overview

You are an experienced Outside Plant (OSP) Designer, responsible for detailed design of OSP elements (aerial and/or underground) and fiber designs of telecommunication networks. You'll be an integral part of the engineering team and will design networks using a variety of tools, including AutoCAD and SpatialNET, ensuring constructability issues are incorporated into the network designs. You are capable of planning, designing and detail engineering for the deployment of Fiber infrastructure across LML for various types of projects consisting of Single-Family Unit - SFU / Multi Dwelling Units - MDU, commercial or industrial. Apply today to join Ledcor Technical Services in Vancouver, BC today! Learn more about working at Ledcor: Watch here.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design new civil telecom infrastructure on both private and public property. Collaborating with various authorities for approval
• Understand detailed layout and design of PON (GPON / FTTH) networks utilizing various programs while incorporating safety into all aspects of design using SpatialNET
• Read and interpret outside plant records (data, maps, fiber network designs) within SpatialNET and extract records from it
• Maintain knowledge of current OSP design principles and industry standards, and perform in compliance with updated Safety Codes, Electric Codes, customer practices and procedures
• Perform system design, create BOM and provide construction quotes for requested projects
• Collaborate with team members from other divisions to overcome project challenges and issues
• Perform quality control and effectively monitor plans for constructability review
• Follow company standards and procedures related to Health & Safety while performing assigned job duties
• Ensure scheduled deadlines are adhered to and project deliverables are maintained
• Visit job sites on a regular basis to ensure specifications and client requirements are being met

Qualifications

• Graduate from a technical college program preferably in civil, electrical/telecommunications, GIS, and/or equivalent experience
• Up to 3 years’ experience working in telecommunications or related field
• Strong MS Office skills, along with experience in AutoCAD is required
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders and interpret their needs
• Working knowledge of construction or telecom documents, drawings, specifications and current construction practices and methodology
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Work Conditions

• This is a hybrid position where you will be required to be in-office 1-2 times per week

Compensation

$60,800 - 83,600 Annually

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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