Network Engineer II – Outside Plant - Frontier Communications

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 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 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 Wellsboro, PA to complete your work responsibilities.

What we need in you:

To be successful in this role you will need strong interpersonal and organizational skills coupled with a keen attention to detail. Technically, a solid background in telecom, engineering drawings and OSP, will serve you well. 

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 includes:

• Salary Range:  $66,000 to $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 
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance 
• Employee Resource Groups 
• Same-sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage 
• 10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents 
• Up to $10k in adoption program assistance 
• 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave

What background you should have:

• Technical degree or appropriate commensurate experience required, B.S.
• Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Construction preferred
• 0 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
• Telecommunications and/or utility experience preferred
• 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.