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Palmetto Engineering & Consulting, Grayson, KY, United States

Duration: Full Time



Outside Plant Technician I

Palmetto Engineering & Consulting (PEC)

 

About Us:

 

PEC is an employee-owned company, meaning our team members have a direct stake in our success. We take pride in delivering high-quality engineering and consulting services while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and professional growth.



Position Summary:

 

Under the supervision of the Telecommunications Project Resident or Project Manager, the Outside Plant Technician I (OSP I) performs technical field and engineering support work related to the surveying, mapping, staking, and inspection of outside plant (OSP) telecommunications facilities.



Key Responsibilities:


  • Inspect contractor work to ensure compliance with project specifications

  • Identify and report discrepancies between field work and contract requirements

  • Complete daily Field Observation Reports and weekly progress reports

  • Track materials, quantities, and job-site inventory

  • Redline construction prints and prepare accurate as-built documentation

  • Submit fiber-loss reports, schematics, and final project records

  • Conduct final inspections to ensure project completion and site cleanup

  • Locate and verify existing telecommunications utilities (as needed)

  • Map project areas and stake proposed telecom routes and facility locations

  • Update staking sheets during construction to reflect field changes

  • Review and submit updated documentation for accuracy




Qualifications


  • High school diploma or equivalent required (some college preferred)

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • Ability to travel to job sites on a weekly basis

  • Ability to pass a substance abuse screening

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently




Skills & Abilities:


  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • High attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Basic tablet and computer proficiency




Physical Requirements:


  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on uneven terrain

  • Ability to drive for extended periods throughout the workday

  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions




Why Join PEC?


  • Employee-owned company (ESOP) – share in the success you help create

  • Opportunities for growth and advancement

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

  • Meaningful, hands-on field experience in telecommunications infrastructure






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