OSP Field Engineer
Startech Networks IncAmes, IA
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Job Description
OSP Field EngineerOnsite in Ames, Iowa1099 contract long termJob Description:
Position Overview: The OSP Field Engineer performs field surveys and collects data to support fiber-optic and telecommunications engineering projects. This role documents existing aerial and underground utility conditions, validates routes, captures measurements, and ensures all information required for accurate design and permitting is collected.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform field walks to document poles, UG paths, utilities, ROW boundaries, and site conditions.
- Capture required photos: pole tags, heights, cable labels, MPOE, handholes, anchors, clearances, and obstructions.
- Measure spans, attachment heights, mid-span clearances, and accurately record GPS coordinates.
- Take detailed field notes following OSP Design Principles and maintain accurate route documentation.
- Convert field notes into Google Earth/KMZ format (preferred).
- Identify constructability issues, easements, conflicts, and permitting requirements.
- Upload and manage data using platforms such as Katapult Pro or IQGEO.
- Communicate findings with project managers, engineering teams, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Experience in OSP fielding, telecom construction, or utility surveying (preferred).
- AT&T experience is preferred (IFP/ASE/GPON exposure a plus).
- Knowledge of Google Earth; ability to create or edit KMZ/KML files is a plus.
- Understanding of FTTx and AT&T GPON design is a plus.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America.
- Ability to work outdoors in all conditions and perform physically demanding field tasks.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Additional Requirements:
- Flexible for short business trips and occasional weekend work (rare).
- Able to manage timelines efficiently while handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Highly organized, capable of tracking deadlines, deliverables, and project expectations.
Skills:
- Field surveying & measurement accuracy.
- Photo documentation.
- Map/GIS reading.
- Problem-solving.
- Time management & organization.
- Knowledge of aerial/underground telecom infrastructure (preferred).
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