OSP Engineer I - Fiber

Carlisle, PA 17013, USA ● Edinburg, VA 22824, USA ● Frederick, MD, USA ● Hanover, PA 17331, USA ● Lancaster, PA, USA ● Lebanon, VA 24266, USA ● Oakland, MD 21550, USA ● Omar, WV 25638, USA ● Radford, VA, USA ● Rustburg, VA 24588, USA ● Summersville, WV 26651, USA ● Waynesboro, VA 22980, USA ● Weston, WV 26452, USA ● Winchester, VA 22601, USA ● York, PA, USA Req #2480
Thursday, June 23, 2022
Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high speed, state-of-the-art cable, fiber optic and fixed wireless networks to customers in the Mid-Atlantic United States. The Company’s services include: broadband internet, video, and voice; fiber optic Ethernet, wavelength and leasing; and tower colocation leasing. The Company owns over 6,800 route miles of fiber and 223 macro cellular towers.  For more information, please visit www.shentel.com.

Job Summary:

The OSP Engineer is responsible for performing general outside plant engineering for Shentel OSP cables to include coax (HFC), FTTH, and fiber optic network projects utilizing Shentel’s design and drafting software. The OSP Engineer processes service orders, determines cable routes, obtains easements, processes permits, designs network plant extensions, system re-routes and capacity upgrades. Additionally, the OSP Engineer coordinates contractors and provides engineering support to construction and operations teams.


Qualification Requirements:

a. Education: AS degree in a relevant engineering or technology field is desired. Other candidates with a strong technical background and substantial industry or military experience will be considered.

b. Experience Level:

i. 3 or more years of experience in outside plant engineering disciplines to include copper, coax, or fiber optic design

ii, Experience in Right-Of-Way and easement acquisition and law; experience in communications with property owners and permitting agencies. Strong permitting background preferred.

c. Special Requirements:

i. Project management experience

ii. Able to interpret technical material and blue prints with knowledge of fiber optic technology

iii. Knowledge of invoicing and “Make Ready” experience strongly preferred

iv. Hold a valid government-issued driver’s license

d. Skill Requirements:

i. Detail oriented and strong organizational skills

ii. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

iii. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously

iv. Computer based programs and field equipment use, specifically Microsoft Office products

Shentel provides a drug-free workplace and is an EEO employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

 

If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, due to a medical condition or impairment, please contact a HR Representative at 540-984-5241 or employment@emp.shentel.com. When you contact a HR Representative please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting.  We will assist you promptly.

 

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Other details

  • Job Family Engineering & Operations
  • Job Function Glo Fiber
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Required Education High School
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  • Carlisle, PA 17013, USA
  • Edinburg, VA 22824, USA
  • Frederick, MD, USA
  • Hanover, PA 17331, USA
  • Lancaster, PA, USA
  • Lebanon, VA 24266, USA
  • Oakland, MD 21550, USA
  • Omar, WV 25638, USA
  • Radford, VA, USA
  • Rustburg, VA 24588, USA
  • Summersville, WV 26651, USA
  • Waynesboro, VA 22980, USA
  • Weston, WV 26452, USA
  • Winchester, VA 22601, USA
  • York, PA, USA