Outside Plant Engineer I​/II

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti () (NASDAQ: UNIT), is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi‑Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in across the U.S. Additional information about Kinetic is available at

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_This position can be filled in our Hastings or Lincoln, NE office location._

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper
• Assist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities
• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects
• Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective way
• Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
• Engineer/Design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
• Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
• A love of solving problems and building solutions
• Ability to travel overnight and out of the market up to 25% of the time is required for this role

• CAD/E, Micro Station, AutoCAD, 3
  
  GIS, or other similar design programs
• Experience with use of Katapult Pro for the gathering of pole data
• Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
• Experience working with city, county and/or state agencies and other utility companies

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.

Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Frequently: 34-66%

Occasionally: 0-33% | >15-30 lbs:
Occasionally: 0-33% | >30 lbs:
Occasionally: 0-33%

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Medium Dexterity:
Continuously: 67-100% | >

Fine Manipulating:
Frequently: 34-66% | Operate Foot Control:
Frequently: 34-66%

Hearing:
Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision:
Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision:
Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision:
Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination:
Continuously: 67-100%

Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Cold:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants:
Dust:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases:
Occasionally: 0-33%

Driver’s License

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Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan

Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age,…