Job Title: Field Engineer (I, II, III) Business Unit: WhiteCo LLC, a Congruex Company Department: Engineering Reports To: EngineeringProject Manager Employment Status:See chart below Primary Location: Remote/traveling position
Job Summary: Field Engineers report field conditions for design engineers to accurately design the network. Responsible for aerial and underground data collection while validating a viable cost-effective path for engineering. The majority of field work is conducted outdoors along public right of way, utility easements, and private property.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
Collect relevant pole information and accurately document existing measurements and placement
Utility pole identification, inspection, and classification
Gather aerial attachment heights and clearances, checking for violations
Determine ideal locations for new above ground facilities and equipment
Conduct Underground/Buried Cable layout surveys
Develop accurate fiber/optical network construction surveys
Determine existing and new locations for fiber optic cables
Inspect the work of construction contractors
Accurately depict new construction route opportunities
Responsible for always conducting job in a safe manner
Take pictures of job sites, pole conditions and other relevant structures or landmarks
Make hand drawn sketches of recommended engineering design while in the field or facility
Upload clear images, files, hand notes, and sketches, and edit for quality and cohesiveness
Make decisions taking into consideration value engineering and the impact on construction, installation and future maintenance
Open hand holes to inspect facilities (substructure conditions, fiber placement, and condition)
Daily travel to job site(s) using personal vehicle, ensuring that personal vehicle and tools are maintained to company safety standards
At times, may be required to interface with customers/landowners and represent WhiteCo in a positive and professional manner
Occasional extended travel out of assigned market may be requested
Required Skills & Qualifications:
General
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid drivers license and ability to accommodate travel in personal vehicle; satisfactory driving record
Highly organized, self-starter, and strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
Superior time management with ability to prioritize work on several projects
Ability to be flexible, take direction with ease, including changes to schedule and workflow priorities
Critical thinking skills: make assessments and provide solutions to problems
Ability to follow direction in maintaining all Field Safety standards
Physical
Ability to stand, stoop, squat and bend for extended periods of time
Ability to look up for extended periods of time
Ability to walk for extended periods of time and/or long distances
Ability to navigate through potential uneven walkways/terrain
Tolerant to extreme elements (heat, sun, wind, rain, snow, etc.)
Good vision and depth perception (corrective lenses OK)
Ability to sit and drive for extended periods of time
Ability to lift 10 lbs – 50 lbs
Technical
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth
Ability to upload/download and edit documents in Project Management software
Ability to quickly learn new systems and databases
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
Comprehensive understanding of telecommunications design and the ability to support engineering
Knowledge and experience with telecommunications engineering standards and construction techniques
Basic knowledge of Make-Ready Construction
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics is a plus
A Field Engineer I, II or III title differentiation lies in the experience and/or skill level of the individual. The Field Engineer Classification Guidelines table in this document clearly outlines the differences between the Field Engineer I, II, and III job competencies.
Skillset
Field Engineer I
Field Engineer II
Field Engineer III
OSP Telco Knowledge
Beginner knowledge & understanding of engineering concepts, and how fielding, planning, engineering, and construction parts of a job align
Strong knowledge & understanding of engineering concepts, and how fielding, planning, engineering, and construction parts of a job align
Deeply rooted understanding of engineering concepts, and how fielding, planning, engineering, and construction parts of a job align
Field Engineering
Beginner knowledge and ability to identify and document job location/equipment quality an accuracy against records
Ability to identify and document job location/equipment quality an accuracy against records; can self-teach or quickly learn to field new job types or complex sites
Ability to identify and document job location/equipment quality an accuracy against records; can field multiple job types or complex sites
Customer Service
Excellent; potential for client facing role
Excellent; potential for client facing role
Excellent; potential for client facing role
Decision Making
Requires mentorship and training to complete field inspections or sitewalks, and to make independent design or equipment/facility recommendations
Requires some guidance to complete field inspections or sitewalks; ability to make some independent design or equipment/facility recommendations
Requires little to no guidance to complete field inspections or sitewalks; ability to make complex independent design or equipment/facility recommendations
Quality Performance
Requires training on quality and consistency; frequent QC revisions likely
Receives some QC revisions; makes no basic mistakes and no repetitive errors
Receives little to no QC revisions; makes no basic mistakes or repetitive errors. *Note, every job at should/goes through QC, but III’s get a minimal check
Training Capability
N/A
Ability to assist Field Engineer I’s and II’s when needed
Ability to assist Field Engineer I’s, II’s, III’s, and managers when needed
Experience/Tenure
Entry Level (0 – 2 years)
Mid-Level (2 – 5 years)
Advanced Level (5+ years)
Employment Status
Full-time/Non-exempt (Hourly)
Full-time/Exempt (Salary)
Full-time/Exempt (Salary)
**NOTE: Job specific details may vary depending on project type and client account. The guidelines listed in this job description and classification checklist are for the general engineering job function across the organization. Details as to client systems, telco concepts, and specific engineering practices may differ across the organization.
Company Profile:
WhiteCo, a Congruex company Founded in 1995, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin-based White Construction (WhiteCo) is a self-perform telecom construction company specializing in fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) and fiber optic interconnects/long hauls, while also having strong aerial, splicing, and cutover capabilities. WhiteCo has an outstanding reputation of providing turnkey design and construction services throughout the Midwest to a diverse client base.
WhiteCo offers a full suite of benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) savings starting on day one, paid holidays, paid time off, and is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan.
Congruex Congruex was formed in 2017 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity. The digital networks we design and build for our clients enable everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions. Few companies in our industry can operate at scale and self-perform services like our multinational team. Our clients choose Congruex to deliver turnkey digital networks under a single platform. Our unified vision is to become the best end-to-end provider of network design and build services in the U.S.
We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow, together.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.
