Network Engineer - Outside Plant - Frontier Communications

Network Engineer - 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 250 S Franklin St, Cookeville, TN to complete your work responsibilities.

What we need in you:

We need you to provide significant internal and external project management for new growth construction associated with outside plant activity. This includes being simultaneously involved with various developers and engineering firms from the design stages through establishing service need dates and estimated construction completion schedules to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. You will also support the Sales & Marketing, Operations, and Regulatory Departments regularly.  

What you’ll do:

• Engineer, design, and prepare project prints and update mapping records.  Prepare project justifications for approvals—coordinate circuit designs with ISP planners/engineers
• Maintain inter-company relations to provide the information needed by Sales & Marketing, Regulatory, and Operations for special projects. (pre-quals, BDT, boundary information, easement, and ROW recording and service orders)
• Prepare and monitor the capital budget plan concerning areas of responsibility
• Prepare cost estimates for SIFT Tickets, BDTs, and other CIAC (billable) projects
• Apply for all permits as required (Department of Transportation, EPA, CSX RR, and multiple County and City Permitting Departments)
• Maintain and investigate R.O.W, easements, vacate requests, and private property issues
• Maintain relations and communications with outside agencies, such as local planning commissions and developers. These responsibilities include; attending design and pre-construction meetings with State, County, City, and Developers to stay abreast of changes, growth, planning, and permitting requirements for each serving exchange
• Proactive review of outside plant facilities to determine necessary upgrades and enhancements
• Communicate with the state, county, city, and national indices to gain information on planned projects that involve growth and changes
• Coordinate with developers and Operation Teams for project design and construction to utilize joint trenches wherever possible
• Communicate with all peers and departments to ensure proper project planning
• Maintain accurate cable records and updates
• Prepare loop studies as needed
• Respond to DORs to meet service needs
• Work with Operations in the review of JIMs, Contractor Invoices, and Investment Summaries as needed
• Research and respond to daily SIFT Tickets and escalations
• Project management oversight of all OSP capital construction activities to ensure conformance to requirements

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:  $70,000 to $120,000
• 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:

• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are required for this position. Knowledge and understanding of outside plant tasks and accounting guidelines
• Frontier Systems (to include FROGS, M6, DPI, Infinium, Varasset, and Q-port) will be utilized daily in this position
• Key elements needed to ensure success within this position include; Organizational skills, strong communication skills (written and verbal), and a strong customer relation ability to achieve desired results
• Strong knowledge of Outside Plant Facilities and Construction techniques and project management experience are a plus for this position
• Experience in researching private property easement documentation and permitting with local, state, and federal entities is a strongly recommended skillset for this position

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.