Telecommunications Fiber Designer | Make Ready Engineering
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Job Location:
Buckley, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company:Davey Resource Group Inc.
Locations:Cadillac MI Boyne City MI Buckley MI
Additional Locations:Northern/Western Michigan
Work Site:Hybrid
Req ID:215300
Position Overview
The Fiber Drop Designer is a hybrid role working both in the field (Norther/Western Michigan) and in design responsible for managing all aspects of fiber drop design from initial field data collection through final design submission. This position ensures accurate efficient and constructible fiber drop routes whether aerial underground or a combination of both.
Valid Drivers License is Required
Key responsibilities include:
Field Data Collection: Utilize AppSuite/Compass and Axin software to document existing aerial and underground equipment identify future fiber trunk line and RTD locations and capture GPS data points for drop routes.
Drop Route Planning: Determine drop paths from RTD to member homes selecting aerial underground or hybrid methods. Collect and trace equipment data to create accurate drop routes.
Final Field Actions: Flag routes identify NID placement assess tree work needs determine plowing vs. boring requirements and evaluate permitting considerations.
Job Processing: Use iVue Connect/Staking and AppSuite/Compass to process equipment assemblies generate labeled maps and send finalized work to financial systems and construction vaults. Ensure all permitting documentation is completed for drop installation.
This role combines technical fieldwork with design expertise to deliver reliable high-quality fiber connectivity to customers.
Job Duties
What You Will Do
Responsibilities:
Utilize software platforms to analyze and interpret field data.
Record existing telecommunication and electric utility infrastructure.
Identify and document safety risks and hazards.
Apply engineering principles to design aerial and underground utility facilities.
Transfer designs to other software platforms.
Collaborate to propose infrastructure design solutions.
Ensure equipment maintenance and report issues promptly.
Travel occasionally (50%) for on-site job duties projects or meetings.
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Willingness to obtain and maintain professional certificates and licenses as required.
Proficiency in basic office applications and data entry; willingness to learn utility design software.
Ability to read comprehend and draft professional correspondence.
Effective communication skills in both one-on-one and group settings.
Basic arithmetic proficiency.
Ability to follow detailed instructions solve problems and address varied situations.
Preferred:
Associates or Bachelors degree in engineering or related technical field.
Prior experience in the electric utility or telecommunications industry.
Knowledge of electric hazard identification equipment identification or communication equipment.
Familiarity with Outside Plant Engineering design and pole loading analysis software.
Additional Information
What We Offer Benefits:
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
Group health plans*
Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
Life insurance*
Paid parental leave
401k with up to a 4% company match**
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
Holidays and paid time off*
Payroll savings plan*
Charitable matching gift program*
Employee referral bonus program*
Employee Educational Scholarship*
Davey Family Scholarship*
20% discount on all Davey services*
Cell phone discounts*
Vehicle purchase discount program*
Plus so much more!
* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.
Company Overview
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.
Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group Inc.(DRG) a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering field services inspection and construction teams help keep the world connected supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time please contact us at 1- or at.
Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 50%
Key Skills
- React Native
- AI
- Enterprise Software
- React
- Node.js
- Redis
- AWS
- Software Development
- IOS
- Team Management
- Product Development
- Mobile Applications
About Company
With over 130 years of experience, you can rely on Davey’s safe, professional tree services for your home, like tree trimming, tree health inspections, tree removal, tree fertilization, and cabling and bracing. Find a local office near you to schedule a free tree consultation today.
