Engineer I/II-OSP

Windstream; Hudson (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Windstream is seeking an Engineer I/II-OSP to join their team. This role involves designing outside plant facilities and solving complex problems for customers. Ideal candidates will have a college degree in Engineering and strong problem-solving skills. Join Windstream to contribute to innovative telecommunications solutions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan

Educational Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Strong technical communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to analyze problems and make decisions.
• Experience in engineering or related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper.
• Organize activities for development and maintenance of engineering projects.
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office.

Skills

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

College degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD

Job description

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Kinetic is a premier internet solutions provider on a mission to deliver ultra-fast, reliable internet to consumers and small businesses across the U.S., helping them Internet better.

• As part of the Kinetic family, you’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV services, all delivered through our enhanced fiber network.
• Join us in revolutionizing how people connect and communicate. Your work will directly contribute to making Kinetic the most helpful internet service provider, ensuring our customers Internet better every day.
  
  

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About The Role

Windstream’s team of Outside Plant Engineers connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States. In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships. By analyzing a variety of data, you will solve complex problems for our business and residential customers utilizing copper cable, fiber cable, and electronics.

What You’ll Do

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper
• Assist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities
• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects
• Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective way
• Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
• Engineer/Design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
• Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)
  
  

Do you Have?

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
• A love of solving problems and building solutions
• A college degree in Engineering or similar discipline and/or 2+ years technical experience
  
  

Even Better

• CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD or other similar design programs
• Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
• Experience working with city, county and/or state agencies
  
  

Minimum Requirements

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.

Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66%| Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33% |Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33%| Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33%| Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%

Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% |>15-30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%

Audio Visual Needs- Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Types of Driver’s License Required: Driver’s License

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Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
• https://windstreambenefits.com
  
  

Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email [e-mail] as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting, Telecommunications, and Technology, Information and Internet

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