Network Engineer II – Outside Plant
As the largest pure-play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing-fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America—creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. Join us!
What we're seeking:
This position is responsible for applying engineering design and policies within a telecommunications local exchange service environment. Subject matter expert for all technical aspects of outside plant facilities and associated work such as cable sizing, cable counts, cable records, and permitting in Rights-of-Way and dedicated easements. This position works in partnership with Network Planning, Central Office Engineering, and various Operation Teams to support customer service issues, new growth activity and coordination, damaged facilities, emergency repairs and replacements, and upgrades of the telecommunications facilities the engineer's area of responsibility.
In this in-person role, you will be required to report to our Norwich or Middletown, NY location to complete your work responsibilities.
What we need in you:
What you'll do:
Responsible for fielding varying types of information and data from numerous environments, including public rights of way along roads, the interior space of buildings, and throughout private campuses, such as offices or universities, and is generally assigned more complex or advanced projects/investigations
Gathers data using digital cameras, observations, notes/reports, GPS-enabled data collectors, and other measuring devices, and trains less experienced staff on use and maintenance
Uses various technologies and applications, including phone, email, and web-based
applications including Google Earth/ArcGIS/Cadtel or equivalent, to effectively compile data from the field or to modify/adjust preliminary plans
Uses face-to-face communication to convey information accurately and efficiently to
Provides scheduling, status reporting, and other documents as necessary and coordinates the same information with less experienced staff
Works in handholes, accesses duct systems, and traverses landscapes that range from city streets to steep, unpaved rights of way, locating, and marking underground ducts/cables, sticking/measuring utility poles, or other physical activities
Safely and properly train less experienced staff on workplace safety, industry information, and technology as well as best practices
Track assigned tasks and prioritize completion of tasks accordingly
Learn new telecommunications equipment and client-specific equipment and their usage
Learn conduit design from client-specific standards
Read and analyze blueprints, structural building drawings, construction drawings, and plans
Evaluate the design for constructability
Learn fiber optic specifications, equipment, and usage
What we offer:
Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That's why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we're most proud to offer include:
Salary Range: $66,000 - $102,000
20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year
Day one medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan
401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation
Same-sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage
10 weeks of paid parental leave, 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave, and up to $10k in adoption program assistance
What background you should have:
Telecommunications and/or utility experience preferred
1 to 3 years experience with the production of engineering drawings
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work autonomously without supervision required
Experience with the production of structural and/or civil engineering drawings for telecommunications new site builds, upgrades, and fiber optic networks (or similar site engineering drawings) required
Ability to review site documentation and gather the necessary information to complete the assignment
Ability to drive to meet with customers and others as needed
Frontier salaries are estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.
In our line of work, where making connections is paramount, fostering a culture of inclusion is fundamental to our values. We firmly believe in leveraging the strength of diversity to drive digital connectivity forward. If your background brings a unique perspective and value different from what we've outlined, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
