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At Precision Valley Communications VT, LLC, as a Outside Plant Field Engineer (Utility Pole Surveyor), you’ll support surveys of utility poles to support new cable attachments. Gather critical measurements, and analyze clearance requirements to determine the need for pole make-ready work before the installation of new cable attachments. This position requires a good understanding of utility infrastructure, telecommunications, and safety regulations.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships,  pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Utility Pole Surveys: Conduct field surveys of existing utility poles to gather measurements between electric municipal and telecommunication cable attachments.
• Measurement and Analysis:  Measure the distance between existing electric, municipal and telecommunication cable attachments. Evaluate and measure cable clearances over roads, driveways, railroad crossings, and water crossings to identify potential clearance issues for the new cable attachment.
• Make-Ready Determination: Assess the need for any make-ready work such as pole replacements, extensions, or adjustments to existing attachments and pole-mounted infrastructure to accommodate proposed attachment(s)
• Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed reports documenting survey findings, measurements, and any required make-ready recommendations. Maintain accurate records of surveyed poles and their condition. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, various applications, and office equipment preferred
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other team members to support the planning and design of cable attachment installations.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company safety protocols.
• Problem-Solving: Identify potential challenges or obstacles in the survey process and provide creative solutions to resolve issues related to utility pole clearance and infrastructure compatibility.

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years relevant work experience, good understanding of utility pole infrastructure, including electric and telecommunication cable attachments, clearances, and make-ready work. Working knowledge of National Electric Safety Code and Telcordia Blue Book standards and requirements.
• Field Surveying Skills: Proficiency in conducting field surveys, measuring distances, and evaluating clearance requirements.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaborating with team members.  Ability to work independently while maintaining the highest professional standards. May be customer-facing at times and willing to promote company's fiber services
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges in fieldwork and find effective solutions.

Education

• Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely:  work alone in remote locations, operate vehicle, squeeze, bend, stoop, stand, walking, climb stairs, use keyboard and mouse