Fielder

NRTC is Member Driven and Technology Focused – providing solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated broadband, managed services, smart grid, mobile and video solutions. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations.

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in the rollout of Broadband and Fiber deployments across Rural America. The Fielder will be one of the 1st people on site and will work directly with the engineering team and the OSP construction team to ensure that OSP engineering designs are validated and reviewed.  They will coordinate with the design and engineering team and provide feedback on the design, including any changes or suggested updates. As a Fielder you will be communicating with our engineering, project management and construction teams. You will be the eyes on site identifying field conditions and construction constraints. As the successful candidate you will possess a solid understanding of the technology, project life cycle, and applicable Design and Engineering standard practices.  

Responsibilities

• Collect and/or create utility information from OSP facilities (anchors, guying, etc.) based on individual project standards 
• Assess make-ready needs through member infrastructure 
• Identify relevant obstructions to fiber placement and provide proposed mitigation strategy 
• Provide information to complete field survey documents and photographs 
• Review and provide feedback on ideal locations for new OSP facilities 
• Create field sketches via a technology-based application (Field Maps) as needed 
• Provide engineering feedback via a technology-based application (Field Maps) upon field review of design Assist with permit staking requirementsAssist with outside plant inspection audits
• Work with engineering and construction teams to identify and address member concerns 
• Aid in completing internal inspections of constructed assets
• Complete peer review of fielded data for consistency via a technology-based application (Fielding QA Editing App)
• Consistent travel to fiber rollout out project sites across America to undertake fielding is required.  90%+ travel 
• Other Duties as assigned 

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities     

• Basic knowledge of make-ready issues, outside plant construction, and materials 
• Able to identify different types of utilities, potential conflicts, and violations based on regulatory standards (RUS, NESC, NEC, etc.) 
• Knowledge of general OSP standard industry practices 
• Provide ROW and utility feedback 
• Must have a good understanding of ROW, site acquisitions, and permitting 
• Able to use standard OSP fielding equipment (height stick, measuring wheel, pull finder, guy rule) 
• Proficient use of electronic devices, such as iPad, iPhone, laptop, file sharing, email, etc. 
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Quick learner with self-initiative and pride in end results 
• Superb work ethic and commitment to customer satisfaction 
• Must be a team player and work well with others

Minimum Education and Experience

• 3+ years in OSP field engineering or related experience
• Experience in ESRI GIS systems is helpful 
• Experience in Microsoft Office

Physical Demands

This position requires a combination of sedentary and active physical duties. The employee must be capable of:

• Driving for extended periods, including daily vehicle operation in both urban and rural environments.
• Sitting for prolonged periods while performing administrative tasks or during travel.
• Walking a minimum of 3 miles daily, often on uneven or varied terrain.
• Engaging in moderate hiking activities, which may include ascending and descending inclines, navigating rough terrain, and exposure to outdoor elements such as heat, cold, and precipitation.
• Occasionally lifting or carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.
• Performing tasks that require bending, reaching, standing, or kneeling intermittently throughout the workday.
• The role will involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel is a must
• Must have the ability to live away from home for long periods of time

Disclaimer:  The above job description summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills.  The order in which responsibilities, duties and skills are listed is not significant.

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