***Please note that this position follows an initial Union job bidding process***
About the Role:
As an Outside Plant Technician, you will primarily assist in the planning of outside plant jobs involving the installation, removal or rearrangement of outside plant facilities. You will review plans and specifications provided by engineering to create construction drawings and measurements that specify the location of OSP facilities. As an OSP Technician you will also maintain reports, records and complete inspections.
What You’ll Do:
• Collaborate on the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities, that have both fiber and copper, while ensuring the cost-effective utilization of materials and labor.
• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of Outside plant engineering projects.
• Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to identify and resolve complex problems in a creative and effective way.
• Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and see projects through to completion.
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on administrative tasks, on average; varies per market.
• Must be available to work in any assigned location and to attend schools for training, which may require overnight travel.
• Perform other work as assigned or as business needs demand.
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Our Benefits:
Windstream DEI&B Statement:
Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and the inclusive, equitable culture we are building fosters belonging and empowers each one of us to create amazing customer experiences.
Our Employee Resource Groups:
• WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
• WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
• WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
• WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
• WARG – Ability Resource Group
• LaFamilia –Hispanic Resource Group
About US:
Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advance network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
