OSP Engineering Tech Observer/Inspector- Telecom

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of technical engineering support tasks on projects involving transportation, infrastructure, utilities, aviation, municipal, public works, telecom, construction services, environment, and other business lines. Tasks may include assisting engineers or higher-level technicians in basic-level surveying activities, observations, data gathering, analysis, administrative activities, and/or office and field work for assigned projects. Generate accurate and concise deliverables regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, safety, and functionality.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports designs for line setup, staking specifications, and fiber, cable, and line extensions. Aids in maintaining records.
• Preliminary field data collection and construction observation
• Work/observe in the hands-on aspects of the technical field construction
• Under direct supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, measuring, and analyzing numerical and graphical data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, geotechnical data, maps, subsurface utility information, structural concepts, schematics, technical drawings, and other matrices to support engineering activities.
• Assist with performing basic professional engineering tech work relating to conducting observations and evaluation of proposed and existing field/site conditions to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, construction plans, or operating permits.
• Performs routine engineering tech functions and provides entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements and engineering activities to account for quality control and the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various environmental design, materials, contractor, and construction observations and issues.
• Assist with verifying basic calculations, design, change orders, compliance with contract plans and specifications, and escalating any work site issues or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and records using electronic systems, drawings, computations, software, and daily field/work site notebook/logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources and adhere to professional conduct and KLJ’s policies and procedures.
• Assist with compiling and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, preliminary sketches and diagrams, GIS/CAD data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and planning.
• Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Knowledge of utilizing Invarion Rapid Plan, Esri products, Field Maps, Quick Capture, AGOL, ArcPro, Excel and MS platforms
• General awareness of engineering technician support principles, practices, processes, methods and techniques.
• General awareness of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
• The employee is regularly required to:
• Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Talk or hear and communicate clearly.

The employee must:

• Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to three miles per day.
• Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

What else you need to know

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $25-30/hour. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equity . We offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at

Position will be posted until filled.