OSP Field Technician I

Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for twelve years in a row, Tilson is a high growth team of driven professionals with a national practice. We build high-performing teams who take on the largest and most impactful projects for our clients. Position Details A Field Technician for the ESS (Engineering Shared Services) department is responsible for conducting all field activities for telecommunications projects, with work functions including, but not limited to Desktop Feasibility Analysis on Google Earth, pole, Aerial & UG surveys, OSP field engineering, and other tasks as assigned. Position includes full ownership of the task, schedule, and deadlines. Takes direction from Senior ESS Field Support & Project management. The position is primarily in the field with minimal time focused on administrative tasks. Initially, this position will be local to the Phoenix/AZ markets. However, traveling to multiple markets around the United States will also be required, up to 100% of the time. Responsibilities Participate in field survey to support conduit licensing across multiple utilities. Including but not limited to Aerial, UG, Wireless & Wired Utility data collection. Participate in joint ride-outs with utilities, as required. Participate in Lite Construction & Inspection support. Communicate directly with senior techs, field & project management Manage competing clients, projects, and schedules with attention to deliverable completion and deadlines. Understand all applicable codes, design, and construction standards per project. Take ownership to seek out and understand the guidelines, review pole attachment agreements and NESC code. Process all fielding in required forms or formats for hand-off or client deliverable. Must have a general understanding of accounting/invoicing processes. Qualifications Must reside within 1 hour of a major airport High school diploma or equivalent. A college degree is highly preferred. Ability to use smartphones, tablets, applications, and web-based programs to complete field or desktop surveys and upload results daily Surveying and field experience a plus Strong computer skills are a must Comfort with Google Earth Strong Microsoft Excel skills are a must Attention to detail is a must Wireless experience is preferred Excellent verbal and written communication with ESS & Project management RF experience is preferred Aerial & UG utility experience preferred Ability to work flexible hours Travel to other markets may be necessary Valid driver’s license We accomplish our mission with a team of experts working collaboratively on meaningful, impactful projects for our clients. Our team environment fosters intellectual curiosity, motivates employees, and cultivates talented people who work with purpose, mastery and autonomy. We strive to listen to our clients, partner with them as a team, and accept their goals as our own. Tilson believes in Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Professionalism, Respect, and Composure. To learn more about Tilson, the benefits we offer and our values, we invite you visit our website or visit our LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Facebook pages for an inside glimpse at our culture. Successful candidates will be required to submit to criminal background check and may be subject to a drug screen. Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. At Tilson, we engage with organizations poised for not just evolution, but revolution. With groundbreaking ideas and solutions, we complete our customers’ biggest, hardest and most impactful projects and ultimately make their businesses more successful. We attract the most ambitious and talented people to create high-performing teams who will stay ahead of the curve and execute far beyond expectations. We keep the future in mind as we solve today’s problems for our customers, and ensure that we’ll possess the skills to deliver tomorrow on the promises we make today.