Network Design Technician (GIS) - Loop Internet
Scranton, PA 18503
About the Job
You may not realize it but communications infrastructure is all around you; from the tower your cell phone talks to, to the point of sale systems at your grocery store and gas station, the Wi-Fi system that your TV, Roku, or gaming system connects to, and the camera, security, and alarm systems at your local bank. We're building a state of the art fiber optic network that will connect hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses with incredible speeds that will create unimaginable opportunities to the residents and organizations in our communities.
Loop Internet is a rapidly growing regional fiber optic communications company. We're proud of our team and the positive, supportive culture we're building. We're scaling our team and we want you to join us!
We are looking for a detail-oriented GIS technician. A GIS Technician is a unique and exciting role responsible for mapping our fiber optic infrastructure. You will be responsible for inputting address and location data into our mapping systems and associated work including verifying cable routes, cable fiber size, MST and splice enclosure placement, and cable records.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inputting GIS location data for residential, business, and MDU addresses.
- Proactive review of outside plant facilities to verify accuracy
- Maintain accurate cable records and updates
- Assist with project cost estimates and budgets
- Update records according to As-Builts
- Support sales, marketing, operations and regulatory as needed.
- Communicate with all peers and departments to insure proper project planning
- Periodically conduct field surveys and inspections
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of outside plant activity and engineering tools to include AutoCAD, Vetro Fibermap, etc.
- Critical thinking skills, problem solving, and the ability to adapt to changing requirements.
- Organizational skills, communication skills (written and verbal) and customer relations will be utilized in achieving desired results.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with Engineering team, department managers, vendors, supervisors and technicians.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in various stages of activity and meet critical deadlines.
- Ability to drive on behalf of the company in a safe and responsible manner.
- Capable of sitting or standing for long periods of time
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions
Education and Experience
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of outside plant design, cable count layout, and capacities.
- Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
Benefits include: medical, 401k, paid sick time, paid vacation time, paid personal time, paid company holidays
All tools provided by Loop and drinks/snacks provided on the job
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Source : Loop Internet