Engineer I

Engineer I - OSP

932 Citation Blvd, Lexington, KY 40511, USA ● United StatesReq #1660

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.

• As Kinetic, Windstream offers bundled services, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers through an enhanced fiber network.
• Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
• Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.

The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities

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About the Role:

Kinetic'steam of Outside Plant Engineers I/II connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States.

In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships.Design and develop complex solutions for network construction. By analyzing a variety of data, you willsolve complex problems for our business and residential customersutilizingcopper cable, fiber cable, andelectronics.

What You'll Do:

• Engineer/Design Outside plant facilities including fiber andcopper
• Assistin the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant

network structures and facilities,

• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of Outside plant engineering projects.
• Utilize sound engineering practices and companyobjectivesto resolve issues in a creative and effective way.
• Skillfully communicate toestablishand maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects tocompletion
• Actively engage with field engineers and design vendors toengineer/design projects to ensuresafe installation, meet demanding timelines and providecost-effectiveutilizationof materials and labor.
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments.
• Identifypole ownership, right of way and permitrequirements
• Communicate with city, county and state permittingagencies
• Assess situations, collaborateand,identifykey issues, and solve complex problems.

Do You Have?

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel,Wordand Outlook
• Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with littleguidance
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a teamplayer
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and makedecisions
• A love of solving problems and building solutions
• College Degree- Technical 4-year degree (STEM)or related field

Even Better:

• CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD or other similar design programs
• Previoustelecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
• Experience working with city,countyand/or stateagencies
• PE license and job review experience

Physical Tasks - Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66%| Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33%|Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33%| Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33%| Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%

Lowering >1-15lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% |>15-30lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% |>30lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action : >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%

Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Types of Driver's License Required : Driver's License

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Our Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance

Windstream CIB Statement:

Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.

Our Employee Resource Groups:

• WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
• WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
• WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
• WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
• WARG – Ability Resource Group
• LaFamilia –Hispanic Resource Group
• AAPI - Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Group

Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream's network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email as soon as possible for information on Windstream's foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Other details

• Job FamilyEngineering
• Job FunctionEngineering Services
• Pay TypeSalary
• Travel RequiredNo

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• 932 Citation Blvd, Lexington, KY 40511, USA
• United States