Comm Specialist 1-CS1

Pike Engineering; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks a Communications Specialist I to read and interpret drawings and maps, supporting timely production to meet client and internal standards. The role focuses on minimizing new drawings when possible and creating them when necessary.

The successful candidate will work with multiple departments, maintain proficiency with the IDDS/ICGS drafting system, and apply telecom design knowledge to deliver accurate, compliant project drawings.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret drawings/maps to minimize new drawings.
• Work with departments to meet project timelines and ensure correct information.
• Proficient with Verizon IDDS/ICGS drafting system.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of FTTP and project documentation standards (land base maps, assessor maps, Verizon records).
• Collaborate with departments to meet timelines and ensure final product conveys correct information.
• Maintain proficiency in IDDS/ICGS drafting system and related tools.
• Plan feeder routes, cabinet locations, distribution routes, and boundaries.
• Design feeder and distribution layouts and redline on base maps.
• Generate work prints from IDDS/ICGS CAD system.
• Perform self-check and quality control of own work for accuracy and presentation.
• Stay informed on future telecom tech trends and apply to projects.
• Create and adjust project work plans to meet changing requirements.

Skills

CAD software

MS Office

Network modeling

Engineering standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Telecommunications

Tools

IDDS/ICGS drafting system

Job description

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JOB TITLE: Communications Specialist I

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

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DEPARTMENT: Communications

REVISED: 2/11/2021

Position Overview:

This is the first level of the Communications Specialist classifications. The purpose of this position is to read and interpret existing drawings and maps to minimize the need to create new drawings and create new drawings when necessary in a timely fashion that meet client and internal standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop understanding and comply with all FTTP and project documentation standards (i.e. land base maps, assessor maps, Verizon OSP records, etc.)
• Work closely with all departments to ensure project timelines are met and final product conveys the correct information.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge of technical developments related to Verizon IDDS/ICGS drafting system.
• Planning (establishment of feeder routes, FDA cabinet locations, distribution routes & boundaries.)
• Design Engineering (feeder and distribution layouts to be redlined on base maps showing all requirements associated with OSP distribution).
• CAD – ICGS Construction work print generation from IDDS/ICGS system.
• Perform Self-check, Quality Control of own work for completeness, accuracy, meeting client standards, of key features, and overall presentation quality appearance.
• Understanding future trends in telecommunication technology.
• Creates and executes project work plans and revises plans to meet emerging issues or evolving requirements.

Requirements

• Must have experience in telecommunications network design.
• Ability to access, impute and retrieve information from network computer station.
• Must be able to self-check own work to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Able to work closely with engineers and other personnel to direct project completion, obtain information or ensure drawing clarity.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter, and be detail oriented.
• Able to prioritize under pressure and be well-organized.
• Able to contribute in project reviews and improve job efficiencies.
• Proficiency in variety of Cad applications and Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, practices, methods, and techniques; basic cartography; and general civil engineering principles.
• Applied knowledge of in-depth assessment of the networked application needs, network modeling, and engineering high-speed technology network transports to deliver client specific technical solutions.
• Demonstrate intermediate reasoning ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written, or diagram form.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar technical discipline.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Self-Motivated
• Work independently
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company