OSP Engineer na Smart City Telecom

Company Overview

Smart City Telecom is a full-service telecommunications company that has been serving the residents and businesses of Celebration, Lake Buena Vista, and Bay Lake, Florida since 1969 and we're now expanding our service to the greater Central Florida market. With a deep heritage in delivering solutions, with a top-down commitment to customer satisfaction, Smart City Telecom provides cutting-edge Internet and voice services that are unrivaled in the industry.

While Smart City Telecom is continuously updating our products and services to make sure that we deliver the highest quality, we continue to live by the core values upon which we were founded. Above all else, we operate with integrity without compromise – we deliver what we say we will deliver, and we do right by all our customers, business partners, and vendors.

We are committed to recruiting, developing, rewarding, and retaining the best possible candidates in the workforce. We strive to assist our team members in accomplishing both individual and overall organizational goals. We provide a work environment where people can drive results, develop, and grow their careers. We recognize the individuality of each of us and we are on a mission to create a workplace where you can grow and succeed. At Smart City Telecom, we stand for integrity, efficiency, problem solving, equity, and character in all our relationships and interactions. Our focus is on promoting growth, accountability, and empowerment in the company.

Job Summary

The OSP Engineer is responsible for designing and developing Outside Plant (OSP) fiber networks, including GPON systems. This role involves creating construction drawings, preparing permit documentation, and managing projects through to completion.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop Red, Green, and Brown drawings for DOT and County Road Projects.

• Respond within 48 hours to all facility requests pertaining to relocation projects.

• Design and develop OSP construction drawings and permit documentation.

• Manage projects from initiation through completion, including scheduling and budgeting.

• Apply company standards and policies for aerial, buried, and underground designs.

• Maintain and update OSP record systems (SpatialNet and Offline) to ensure accurate as-built documentation.

• Oversee project plans, approve designs, specifications, and manage schedule changes.

• Conduct field site visits and meetings with contractors, customers, and local agencies.

• Implement procedures and systems to coordinate financial and budget activities for operational efficiency.

• Support cross-functional projects and assist other departments and team members as directed.

Qualifications – The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to quickly learn proprietary and cloud-based software.
• Willingness to adapt existing processes to new systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow through.
• Effective time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic planning and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent the company positively.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, conduit records, and layout drawings.
• Ability to read and understand road project designs.
• Proficiency in Google Earth and AutoCAD; familiarity with SpatialNet preferred.
• Solid understanding of OSP construction techniques.
• Expertise in aerial and underground plant design.
• Advanced knowledge of copper, fiber, and substructure design.
• Familiarity with industry standards, local telecom practices, and applicable regulations.

Working Conditions

• Combination of office and field work; schedule may vary based on business needs.
• Indoor office environment with prolonged sitting.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).
• Safe operation of company vehicles in diverse traffic and weather conditions, including nighttime driving.
• Extensive walking on various terrains and working around construction equipment.
• Flexibility to work holidays, weekends, and overnight shifts as needed for field visits.

Other Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in OSP engineering or construction.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with a telecommunications company.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; SpatialNet experience preferred.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Benefits Include (Full-Time Team Members)

• Competitive Salary Commensurate with Experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Benefits - Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Care
• Life and Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Match
• Life Assistance Plan
• Wellness Plan
• Vacation, Personal, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• Ongoing Professional Training & Educational Reimbursement Program
• Team Member Recognition Programs

Background Screening: As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with Smart City will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle check. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Smart City is an E-Verify employer. 

Equal Employment Opportunities: Smart City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments, or training.

Disclaimers:

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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Please be advised that Smart City does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Smart City, they are not for employment with us but may relate to another company with a similar name.

NO OUTSIDE AGENCIES

Smart City is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Smart City via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Smart City HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Smart City. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Smart City as a result of the referral or through other means.