OSP Design Engineer

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

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OSP Design Engineer

Remote opportunity

About Our Company

Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We Are ‘Above And Beyonders’, who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers’ lives through connected and memorable experiences. 

As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX:CCA).

Why Work At Breezeline?

As one of the country’s fast-growing Internet service providers, Breezeline offers our colleagues a vibrant workplace culture and excellent career opportunities. As a proudly diverse and inclusive organization, we believe that every person’s unique individuality should be welcomed and celebrated, and their abilities and potential should be honored and recognized. It is a key part of our culture to actively promote opportunities internally to ensure that you are never static in your career with us.

Internal Values – How we act

We’re proud that Breezeline is unlike any other employer in the industry. We work hard, but we never lose sight of the big picture. We understand that our colleagues are looking for more than just a great job – they want an extraordinary life – and at Breezeline, we want to make that a reality.

And here is how we do it.

Fun: We laugh a lot. It makes every day brighter, and if you do not love what you do, you’re not doing it right.

Job flexibility: We think everything you do matters – at work and home.

Discounted services: We offer our customers some fantastic services, and we think you deserve to enjoy them in your home, too.

Total Rewards: Let’s be honest; everyone wants to make a good salary. We offer attractive total rewards and a great culture to go along with it. We have you and your family covered with one of the best packages in the business.

Career evolution: At Breezeline, you get more than just a job. You get all the tools you need to learn, grow, and achieve your career goals!

Cutting-edge technology: Do you have a passion for technology? Great, we do, too. At Breezeline, you will get the opportunity to manage, influence, play, create, fix, and re-shape the industry.

About The Job

Position Summary:

Responsible for the documentation of physical fiber/coax paths across Breezeline’s network in support of selling and installing fiber/coax-based services. Support the company by keeping detailed inventory of the network utilizing specialized software (Esri, OSPInsight, MapInfo, AutoCAD, Lode Data or their equivalents).

Responsibilities:

•  Use Esri, OSPInsight, MapInfo, AutoCAD, Lode Data or their equivalents to document routes for underground and aerial fiber optic cable in private and public right of ways from both desktop reviews and construction as-builts

• Interpret As-Built prints from Work & Maintenance Orders and post to permanent records on a timely basis.

• Research existing record information, including records, system maps, plans, client data, plant info, and right-of-way / land-based documents

• Manage the conversion of source data into drawings showing placement of existing fiber optic cable in multiple markets.

• Ensure fiber optic database is current and accurate by inputting data into system on a daily basis with new cable, conduit, manholes, fiber assignments, splicing, enclosures and customer terminations. 

• Provide OSP field personnel with information on cable pair, route, PED, and customer information

• Prepare information in various formats (e.g., maps, spreadsheets, slides) for executive management, sales, construction project management, field operations, and network operations when requested.

• Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as assigned

• Remain current on new fiber management products, services, protocols, and standards to stay abreast of developments in the field.

• Participate in design and review of new Fiber Mapping enhancements and integrations.

• Must have the ability to design and develop fiber optic network layouts for residential, commercial and enterprise customers, with a focus on FTTx as well as coaxial network deployment.  

Qualifications:

• Experience in telecom sales engineering, OSP field work, OSP fiber network inventory system(s), or related telecom infrastructure areas a plus.

• 1-3 years’ experience in the follow areas required in any combination; outside plant engineering experience to include fiber optic and coax design (aerial and underground), construction, maintenance, and project management at increasing levels of complexity. 

• Working knowledge of Esri, OSP Insight, MapInfo, AutoCAD, Lode Data or their equivalents; must be able to operate Microsoft Office package or equivalent spreadsheets, word processing, email, database and presentation programs.

• Full knowledge of outside plant fiber optic and coax network infrastructure, engineering design and construction. 

• Ability to generate and translate information in drawings, blueprints, spreadsheets, as-builds, etc. to others; must be comfortable speaking in public and group settings. 

• Ability to work independently, with a high degree of initiative, and within a collaborative team environment.

• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to perform tasks outside of the predefined tasks, and desire to perform over and above the minimum asked.

• Familiar with GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and database management including Esri, AutoCAD , OSPInsight and Smallworld knowledge is a plus.

• Professional with the following attributes: self-motivated, team-oriented, hard worker, reliable, excellent time management skills, positive attitude. 

• Proficiency with common office productivity software (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat) and aptitude to quickly learn and become proficient with other software and web-based applications (e.g. Salesforce.com for uploading, updating, and extracting data from lists).

• Proficient in use of standard office equipment

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and the ability to function independently of supervision

• Periodic air/ground travel will be required

• Proficient analytical, organizational and time management skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize assignments

• Strong interpersonal and written / oral communication skills

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
• 10+ years related experience

Available Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)

• Dental coverage

• Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)

• Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)

• Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance

• Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays

• Paid Time Off (PTO) programs

• Comprehensive Flex Work Policy

• 401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5% of eligible contributions)

• Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan

• Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan

• Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Headspace Membership

• Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

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Breezeline

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com