A successful Inside Plant (ISP) Designer I shall assist in the design of coax, copper, and fiber optic telecommunications facilities, including routing, specifying necessary equipment, and using equipment within unique network topologies and architectures. At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of design software such as ArcGIS and/or CAD; basic IT skills, and the ability to read, understand, interpret, and analyze data. Knowledge of telecommunications network structure is helpful though not required, we will train.

In order to perform this job, you must demonstrate, either by training or experience:

• the ability to work safely, with or without supervision

• the ability to read understand, interpret, input, and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy and completeness

• the ability to coordinate the activities of others, as well as organize work loads and determine priority of duties

• detail oriented, well organized, and effective in multi-tasking

• excellent manual dexterity

• excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, exceptional critical thinking ability

• the ability to read and understand highway/road prints and identify conflicts with outside plant facilities

• the ability to perform independently with minimal supervision, exercising latitude to achieve daily objectives

• the ability to work seated at a table for extended periods

Responsibilities:

• Completion of high level engineering tasks in support of an assigned department/project

• Communicate with employees, contractors, vendors, and/or customers to assist assigned department/project

• Completion of daily production reports to document work performed

• Receive, organize, file, and maintain documents and/or data as well as read, interpret, input, and analyze data

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or 4 years of related work experience

• Proficient in the use of hardware and software (PCs, Tablets, IKE, ArcMap, Ocalc Pro, CAD, ArcGIS, Google, etc.)

• Proficient in assigned function (Drafting, Designing, Make Ready, Geographic Information Systems, etc.)

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, background, and motor vehicle record check

To be considered for this position, a candidate must possess the ability to sit for long periods of time, while using repetitive and/or fine hand movements to complete computer related tasks and/or other office functions. Work is performed indoors and in a typical office environment.

What you’ll get…

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Supplemental Life and AD&D

• 401(k) Retirement Savings w/ Company Match

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Company Discounts

• Legal Insurance

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Who we are...

We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others’ safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards.

Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people. We serve the nation from more than 500 field offices and are unparalleled in scope and scale.

Our talented workforce of over 15,000 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management.

We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us!

EEO:

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. ( https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm )

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.