OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER

OUTSIDE PLANT PLANNER

Michigan Broadband Services is actively seeking an Outside Plant Planner & GIS Specialist at their Carney, MI location.  This position will work directly with the installation and construction teams to develop construction plans and drawings for FTTH projects.

This is a full-time hourly based position that is benefit eligible.  This position may require some nights and weekends based on the needs of the business.  Travel will be a necessary part of this job.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Plan and prepare preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and/or other drawings

·       Create and review splice diagrams using AutoCAD software

·       Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner

·       Create permit drawings, utility schematics and as-built drawings

·       Submit encroachment and specialty permits (city, county, state, local municipalities, CSX, NSRR, etc.)

·       Drive to the project locations to collect necessary information for design drawings

QUALIFICATIONS

·       High school diploma or equivalent

·       Must have a valid license and be insurable with company’s insurance carrier

·       Experience in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, QGIS, and IQGeo software programs

·       Knowledge pertaining to wireless technology

·       Ability to read heat maps, geography and tower equipment

·       Must have a thorough understanding of public right-of-way, private easements, existing utilities such as water, sewer, gas, electricity, communications, and other underground and aerial facilities

·       Must have a strong work ethic and be able to multi-task

·       Must be able to perform efficiently under demand and stress

·       Knowledge of Microsoft Office and have strong computer skills

·       Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Company policy

BENEFITS

·       Health, dental and life insurance

·       401k with employer match

·       PTO and holiday pay