Technician, Telecommunications

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Since 1980, Cobb Fendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At Cobb Fendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, Cobb Fendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions;
  Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);
  Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance;
  Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance;
  Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance;
  Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement // Cobb Fendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

Cobb Fendley is seeking an experienced Broadband Technician in our Albuquerque office.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Distinguish types of cabling and equipment on utility poles.
• Verify utility measurements on existing utility poles to prepare pole attachment applications for submittal to governing utilities.
• Deciphering and inputting pole data utilizing company software programs (Spida Calc, OCalc).
• Assist with calculations and use client specifications to create Pole Loading Analysis reports.
• Design an aerial path from point A to point B based on engineering best practices.
• Review utility poles and field notes to determine most accurate make ready solution.
• Research and document requirements on aerial construction by pole owner or customer for whom the work is being performed.
• Document, locate and identify telephone poles, attachments, and building utility entrances/exits.
• Record and document field data in accordance with CAD standard formats.
• Annotate and calibrate pole photos in company software programs (Katapult).
• Identify and measure duct banks and riser conduits.
• Operate and maintain company equipment and vehicles.
• Other job-related duties as assigned including field work.
• Work in a collaborative team environment and deliver accurate work product that is error free.
• Adhere to Cobb Fendley's safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Travel to Cobb Fendley offices, client office, and project locations will be required as needed.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.
• Be self-motivated to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
• Be committed to performing tasks and carrying out your responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
• Develop relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.
• Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.

COBBFENDLEY CHARACTERISTICS

• We Collaborate // with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
• We Commit // to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on accountability.
• We Build Communities // by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS + ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding…