Direct Communications Rockland Hiring for Telecommunications Engineer Job at Blackfoot, ID Full Time

Direct Communications is seeking an Engineer for telecommunications engineering and design to join our growth-oriented Company.  Direct Communications is a family owned and operated communications company located in rural Idaho. The company originated in 1954 and has business interests in several states and throughout southeast Idaho, with advanced communications services using fiber optics, copper, and wireless technologies. Direct Communications offers an excellent benefits package in a comfortable, rural work environment.

Position Description:

This position is responsible for project preparation of FTTx Networks from design through construction drawing of our fiber-optic network, including staking sheets/construction drawings, splicing direction and coordination, in compliance with company objectives. The successful candidate will be able to prepare maps, drawings, and diagrams for fiber construction, and communicate/coordinate these projects with other engineers, logistics, and construction groups. This candidate will patch panel port assignments based on splicing and network design. Experience in road design and utility coordination is necessary. This position will participate in strategic planning, provide maps and information to management, and have a through knowledge of fiber optic engineering. This position is responsible for the operation of all applicable current mapping and CAD systems.

Required Qualifications:

• In depth knowledge of Fiber optics engineering and design methods.
• Operating and properly utilizing a variety of office equipment for computerized mapping and conversion; including plotter and copier, printers, computers and peripheral equipment
• Maintain records and prepare inspection reports to improve/protect fiber optic network
• Has and can maintain good driving record, standard driver’s license
• Ability to pass a drug screening.
• Must be willing to live in Southeast Idaho and must be present on-site during normal working hours.

Desired Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of various FTTx Networks to include but not limited to Active E designs
• Experience ordering materials for internal fiber optic huts
• Experience in environmental and easement challenges
• Fiber/Outside Plant knowledge within the Telecommunications Industry
• Software used, including Mapcom and FME workbench
• In-depth knowledge of computer based programs, Microsoft Office, Google Earth, Auto CAD and expertise in Excel preferred
• Experience in Telecommunications engineering and/or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field, however a combination of education and/or experience is acceptable
• Strong project and service management skills with demonstrated success in leading
• Organized, detail-oriented, careful, and thoughtful, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment, and delegate work assignments to staff

Required Skills:

• Technical Learning Agility: Picks up on technical things quickly, enjoys the challenge of learning, adapts quickly when facing new problems.
• Quality Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, sees hidden problems and takes action to solve, looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers. Make good decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment.
• Action Oriented: works hard with enthusiasm and energy with little supervision, self-motivating and driven for results, uses time effectively and efficiently, follows direction given, provides necessary information to those who need it, gives priority to administrative functions
• Customer Focused: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, acts with customers in mind, does not walk away until an issue is resolved.
• Communications: professional and courteous, good listening skills, composed in uncomfortable or stressful situations, relates well to all types of people.

Scheduling:

Regular hours are Monday – Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. However, extended hours are sometimes required to finish work related deadlines/responsibilities. Must be available to respond to emergency situations and after-hours support. Willing to travel for occasional short-term assignments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Telecommunications Engineering: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location