Field Technician

Kansas City MO

Description

Location: Kansas City, MO To Apply: Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time OSP Field Technician in the Kansas City, MO office. As a Field Technician, you will serve as an integral member of our engineering team. Tower Engineering Professionals offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401k with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment. Responsibilities: Field Duties (75- 85% of work time): • Must be able to travel up to five days a week (overnight stay included). • Must be able to work in adverse settings and climatic conditions • Must have a labor intensive attitude and be capable of being on your feet throughout the day. • Operate and maintain field equipment and tools • Collect and record existing field measurements for underground and aerial utilities as it pertains to each job; using measuring wheel, hand tools, lasers, and photogrammetry equipment • Anticipate potential conflicts in proposed design and note any alternate options for the project manager to review • Maintains field data until it can be transferred to manager • Communicate effectively on a daily basis with project manager Office Duties (15- 25% of work time): • Prepare drawings of field sketches using AutoCAD. • Read and interpret structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and design requirements related to telecommunication applications. • Conduct due diligence for multiple projects prior to field work. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Skilled at managing all assigned task with little supervision • Must be able to understand civil engineering standards, requirements, projects proposed by other utilities or government municipalities. • Knowledge of telecommunications network design principles and processes. • Well-developed decision-making, analytical, and problem solving skills, displaying the ability to provide a solution where none apparently exists. • Excellent oral/written communication skills, strong organizational skills, high level of integrity, and strong team player. • Ability to work under severe time constraints and produce at a high level. • Proven track record and reputation for being a gracious, flexible quick learner and accurate worker with a high attention to detail and follow-up. • Represent the company in a professional manner at all times. • Physical ability to lift 25+lbs. and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all types of weather Qualifications: • Must have High School diploma or equivalent • 0-2 years of experience with ability to take direction and learn from experience • Experience in AutoCAD or equivalent drawing software preferred. • Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. • Good communication and interpersonal skills; self-starter, team player, and results oriented. • Ability to work independently as well as in a team • Demonstrated willingness to learn • A valid driver’s license, including a clean driving record, with the ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan To Apply: