Ezee Fiber · 1 month ago
Field Engineer - Investigator
Elk Grove Village, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expEzee Fiber is seeking a skilled Fiber Network Engineer/Field Investigator to perform field verification, collect network data, and support backbone and backhaul route design for our expanding fiber network. The role involves conducting field investigations and assessments to identify construction challenges and support network expansion efforts.
InternetTelecommunicationsWired Telecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct field verification and data acquisition of network equipment locations
Assist in high-level backbone and backhaul route design to support network expansion
Perform field investigations of backbone/backhaul routes to assess construction feasibility, including:
DOT, railroad, and pipeline crossings
Flood control and waterway crossings
Bridge attachments, traffic control, and lane closure challenges
Congested rights-of-way and existing utilities
Conduct neighborhood field assessments to identify construction or deployment challenges such as:
Competitor landscape
Traffic and access considerations
Equipment and vehicle staging requirements
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Telecommunication is preferred but not required, or equivalent work experience
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) field operations, design, or planning
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Earth
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in the field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, and multitasking skills
Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, spreadsheets, and as-builts
A proactive, dependable, and solution-oriented mindset with eagerness to learn and grow
Practical understanding of the permit process for city/county/DOT/railroad permits
Intermediate knowledge of GIS systems is required
Valid Driver's License – Required
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
401k match
Paid time off and other generous benefit programs
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Ezee Fiber
Ezee Fiber is a digital infrastructure platform that invests in and operates lightning-fast fiber networks.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Matthew Marino
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Widham
Founder and CEO
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