OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: DOE

OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER

Michigan Broadband Services is actively seeking an Outside Plant Planner & GIS Specialist at their Carney, MI location. This position will work directly with the installation and construction teams to develop construction plans and drawings for FTTH projects.

This is a full-time hourly based position that is benefit eligible. This position may require some nights and weekends based on the needs of the business. Travel will be a necessary part of this job.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and prepare preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and/or other drawings

Create and review splice diagrams using AutoCAD software

Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner

Create permit drawings, utility schematics and as-built drawings

Submit encroachment and specialty permits (city, county, state, local municipalities, CSX, NSRR, etc.)

Drive to the project locations to collect necessary information for design drawings

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Must have a valid license and be insurable with companys insurance carrier

Experience in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, QGIS, and IQGeo software programs

Knowledge pertaining to wireless technology

Ability to read heat maps, geography and tower equipment

Must have a thorough understanding of public right-of-way, private easements, existing utilities such as water, sewer, gas, electricity, communications, and other underground and aerial facilities

Must have a strong work ethic and be able to multi-task

Must be able to perform efficiently under demand and stress

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and have strong computer skills

Must have a valid drivers license and be insurable under Company policy

BENEFITS

Health, dental and life insurance

401k with employer match

PTO and holiday pay