OSP Fiber Design Specialist - Remote

Cable ONE; North Dakota; Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Annual community support

Associate recognition & awards

Advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Free Cable One services for associates

Up to $75/mo stipend

Remote access to premium channels

Vehicle provided for daily work

Job summary

Cable One seeks an OSP Designer II to create cost-effective broadband system designs using CAD and GIS tools. You will collaborate with Technical Operations, Construction, and Engineering to deliver complete design packages and maintain Cable One standards.

The role requires experience with HFC and fiber design, GIS software, and strong communication skills. Remote work is possible for qualified candidates in eligible states.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or university and minimum five-years related experience. Outside plan design, construction, or Geospatial Information Systems experience preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of GIS applications such as ESRI and Schneider design software programs following Cable One Standards and specifications.
• Intermediate understanding of cable design.
• Well versed in HFC and Fiber symbology.
• Familiarity with telecommunications outside plant equipment, design, and construction techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve complicated issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design new and existing HFC plant extensions.
• Perform base drafting.
• Accurately read walkout information.
• Update as-builts as construction is completed and releases the area.
• Provide complete construction build packet, which includes full design deliverables in a timely manner.
• Learn new software and adapt to new technology when required.
• Creates complicated fiber splicing matrixes and Lightpath circuits.
• Responsible for fiber availability and determination of reinforcement requirements.
• Design major plant upgrades.
• Perform plant undesigns and redesigns.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at one time with accuracy.

Skills

GIS software

Cable design

Fiber symbology

MS Office

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

CAD software

ESRI GIS

Job description

Cable One seeks an OSP Designer II to create cost-effective broadband system designs using CAD and GIS tools. You will collaborate with Technical Operations, Construction, and Engineering to deliver complete design packages and maintain Cable One standards.

The role requires experience with HFC and fiber design, GIS software, and strong communication skills. Remote work is possible for qualified candidates in eligible states.