Field Technician, Telecommunications

Job Overview

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 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.

We are looking for a Telecommunications Field Technician in our Frisco Office.

• New Hire Program – a structured onboarding and integration program for new hires.
• Development Opportunities – in‑house training and collaborative resources for professional growth.
• Compensation & Benefits – competitive salary, 401(k) matching, profit‑sharing, ESOP, health, vision, dental, disability insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education programs.
• Paid Parental Leave – fully paid FMLA‑eligible leave for maternity (8 weeks) and paternity or adoption (2 weeks).
• Winter Holiday – office closure from December 25 through January 1.
• Community Engagement – initiatives in STEM education, hunger relief, and sustainability.

Frisco, Texas – on‑site field work and occasional travel to local, regional, and interstate sites.

• General
  • Perform routine assignments with limited supervision.
  • Expand technical knowledge and field capabilities.
  • Coordinate with project staff.
  • Safely operate equipment and vehicles, including large vehicles with or without trailers.
  • Travel locally and out of state, including overnight stays.
  • Cross‑train to perform other field services (Telecommunications, Survey, SUE).
• Safety + Compliance
  • Comply with safety procedures, SDS, EAP, PSP, JSA.
  • Follow QA/QC processes and identify hazards.
  • Use appropriate PPE and understand TCP.
  • Apply federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Technical
  • Locate and verify utilities using advanced non‑destructive methods.
  • Document telecommunications cabling, fiber routes, and underground structures.
  • Conduct pole‑line inspections and measure duct banks, conduits, handholes, etc.
  • Access and work within manholes and underground vaults following confined‑space protocols.
  • Interpret and update as‑built drawings, utility maps, and construction prints.
  • Collect, validate, and submit field data via GPS, GIS, or mobile tools.
  • Produce and review CAD/GIS documentation.
  • Troubleshoot data inconsistencies and recommend adjustments.
  • Coordinate with utility owners, contractors, and inspectors.
  • Provide technical support to entry‑level technicians.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, NESC, and company standards.
  • Perform small‑cell site walks, photo documentation, and constructability checks.
  • Verify utility service for power and backhaul availability.
  • Document zoning, permitting, and adjacency constraints.
  • Provide permit‑package field inputs and collect pole loading details.

Experience + Knowledge Skills Ability (KSA) – Intermediate (5+ years)

• Knowledge of field operations, methods, safety, and environmental concerns for civil infrastructure.
• Skills include use of industry‑standard tools, equipment, and software for field tasks and documentation.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, travel locally, regionally, and interstate, and work in varying weather, terrain, and conditions.

Work is 80% outdoor, 20% indoor. Requires selective attention, communication skills, problem sensitivity, and physical coordination for activities such as lifting up to 50 lb, climbing, and operating tools.

• Full‑time, 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed.
• Standard hours Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM CST, with a 1‑hour unpaid lunch.
• Field staff may have flexible hours based on project demand.

Hybrid schedule possible after training, per department policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

May involve driving large pickups and trailers, and occasionally operating watercraft.

All offers are contingent on drug testing, a physical exam (if applicable), and background verification.

Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact the HR Department at 713‑462‑3242 or