Fiber Design Drafter – Field Data & Sketches

Cityside Fiber; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored medical & dental

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Growth opportunities & career dev.

Job summary

Cityside Fiber is seeking an Engineering Drafter to support fiber design engineering through field data collection and documentation for accurate network designs. You will join a team focused on cost-effective FTTH planning, requiring attention to detail, technical aptitude, and strong communication in outdoor field conditions.

The role involves field surveys, pole measurements, data organization, and collaboration with engineers and construction crews to ensure designs comply with standards and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; additional coursework or certs a plus.
• 3–5 years telecom field data collection or related work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.
• Ability to learn project management software quickly.
• Knowledge of telecom design standards and construction techniques.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently in the field and with internal teams.
• Comfortable outdoors in varying weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys of aerial and underground telecom infrastructure.
• Collect and document pole measurements, attachment heights, and clearances.
• Identify and classify utility poles while checking for violations.
• Create hand-drawn sketches and recommend designs based on field observations.
• Photograph job sites and relevant structures for design references.
• Upload and organize field data, images, and sketches in digital systems.
• Inspect underground facilities when required.
• Interface professionally with property owners and the public.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment to company safety standards.
• Contribute to a culture of trust, integrity, and collaboration.

Skills

Field data collection

Communication

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Google Earth

Job description

Cityside Fiber is seeking an Engineering Drafter to support fiber design engineering through field data collection and documentation for accurate network designs. You will join a team focused on cost-effective FTTH planning, requiring attention to detail, technical aptitude, and strong communication in outdoor field conditions.

The role involves field surveys, pole measurements, data organization, and collaboration with engineers and construction crews to ensure designs comply with standards and