Kanaan Communications, LLC · 4 months ago
Make-Ready Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expBlair Park Services, LLC is seeking a Make Ready Engineer responsible for executing various functions related to utility poles and telecommunication attachments. The role involves reviewing utility poles for attachment viability, providing make ready solutions, and overseeing contractors to ensure project quality.
ConstructionTechnical SupportTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Determine make ready solutions that meets National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
Propose new make ready requirements and understand fiber optic telecommunication attachments
Review field data collected; identify and report failures or missing data
Evaluate and design outside plant infrastructure for broadband deployment
Maintain knowledge of current underlying technologies and industry practices and regulations
Oversee and inspect contractors to ensure projects are completed with a high level of quality standards
Perform other duties as required and assigned
In-House project coordination including managing make ready budgets and schedules
From time to time perform field surveys, field audits for telecommunications and power utility subcontractors and construction crews
Assist the Sr. Project Manager with material ordering, data entry, crew scheduling and overall project tracking
Interacts with subcontractors to determine resource allocation and work schedules
Interacts with customers to answer project related questions in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of surveying and field work experience
Ability to identify attachments on utility poles (e.g. Conductors, communication lines, and equipment)
Ability to read and understand utility maps
Ability to produce make ready packages from pictures and field notes
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and computer usage
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce quality reports
Good verbal and written communication
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
Possess a valid driver's license and meet the company's insurance carrier's criteria for coverage under the company's insurance policy
Strong understanding of Fiber Optic design principles
Preferred
Engineering or technical background preferred
Surveying and field work experience preferred
Benefits
Remote (must sit in PA, MD, or DC)
Weekly Paychecks
Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
401(k) w/ Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Legal Insurance
Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
Company
Kanaan Communications, LLC
Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Megan Goodwin
Human Resources Business Partner
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