[Hiring] OSP Designer @Cable ONE

Role Description

The OSP Designer II role creates broadband system designs most cost-effectively while maintaining Cable One standards and specifications. Under general supervision/guidance, this position prepares and supports detailed engineering and design drawing files using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) or other spatial or Geographic Information System (GIS) software platforms. The OSP Designer II works closely with Technical Operations, Construction, and Engineering to facilitate design/engineering services. The position maintains Cable One’s broadband design and digitizing standards.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success:

• Design new and existing HFC plant extensions.
• Perform base drafting.
• Accurately read walkout information.
• Update as-builts as construction is completed and release the area.
• Provide complete construction build packet, which includes full design deliverables in a timely manner.
• Learn new software and adapt to new technology when required.
• Create complicated fiber splicing matrixes and Lightpath circuits.
• Responsible for fiber availability and determination of reinforcement requirements.
• Design major plant upgrades.
• Perform plant undesigns and redesigns.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at one time with accuracy.
• Takes on other duties needed to help drive our Purpose, fulfill our Brand Principles, and abide by our Organization’s Values.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or university and minimum five-years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Outside plan design, construction, or Geospatial Information Systems experience preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of GIS applications such as ESRI and Schneider design software programs following Cable One Standards and specifications.
• Intermediate understanding of cable design.
• Well versed in HFC and Fiber symbology.
• Familiarity with telecommunications outside plant equipment, design, and construction techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve complicated issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to clearly communicate information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans – start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children).
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days).
• 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation).
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection.
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year).
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment.
• FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area.
• Up to $75/mo. Stipend.
• Remote Access to select premium channels (Cable One, Sparklight, Cable America and ValueNet Fiber Only).
• Vehicle provided for daily work purposes, if residing within reasonable radius from office location.