Field Engineering Technician

Field Engineering Technician

Let us train you as a Field Engineering Technician with Hunter Communications. If you have foundational knowledge of telecommunications, technology, and field engineering, this could be the perfect opportunity to launch your career in fiber internet and world-class customer service.

As an Engineering Field Technician on the Hunter Communications Engineering team, you’ll work closely with outside plant engineers, GIS technicians, and project managers to gather information, solve problems, and help build the foundation of our top‑tier fiber optic network and services to homes and businesses in the Eugene, Oregon area. Your job duties will involve training to perform a variety of responsibilities and tasks and will have you working in the field in the Eugene area, with travel to other Hunter service areas and overnight stays as needed.

The schedule for this full‑time position is 5 days a week, working 40 hours from Monday to Friday, with overtime as necessary to meet project deadlines and on‑call work as necessary to respond to emergency locate requests. Continuous travel will be expected during training and the first few months.

• Perform in‑person utility pole and attachment inspections using visual observation, measuring sticks, digital cameras, and electronic surveying equipment.
• Accurately enter gathered data into pre‑defined forms and report observations clearly and concisely.
• Locate and mark Hunter‑owned underground plant using radio detection tools, maps, and other resources.
• Work closely with cross‑departmental teams to manage priorities and ensure timely gathering and reporting of utility pole information.
• Perform inspections of Hunter‑owned assets, report on status, and recommend actions.
• Communicate with members of the public to gain access to utility easements, explain the necessity and value of your work, and satisfy property owner concerns.
• Constantly work outdoors in all kinds of weather and on all kinds of terrain.

• Ability to lift and carry tools exceeding 20 lbs in weight and approximately 20 ft in length.
• Ability to use tools to manipulate and maneuver vault and manhole lids up to or exceeding 100 lbs in weight.
• Detail oriented.
• A high degree of professionalism, tact, and sensitivity, and the ability to positively represent Hunter Communications.
• Working knowledge of Windows‑based computers, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth and other Google Suite tools.
• Ability to walk on outdoor terrain in all weather conditions for long periods.
• A commitment to a strong workplace safety culture, adherence to policies and best practices.
• A valid driver’s license – drivers of company vehicles are subject to a pre‑employment drug screen, MVR check and random testing.
• Travel ability 20 % of the time.

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Hunter Communications provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.