Job Information
Kanaan Communications, LLC OSP Designer II in Kansas City, Missouri
Overview and Essential Functions
Join our Engineering Team!
A successful OSP Designer II shall be able to design coax and fiber optic telecommunications facilities, including routing, necessary equipment, and location of equipment; determine which permits or licenses are required and obtain when necessary. At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of telecommunications network structure; deep understanding of communications engineering and related systems; ability to use a computer and other office related equipment; familiarity with telecommunications design software; ability to read, understand, interpret, and analyze data.
In order to perform this job, you must demonstrate, either by training or experience:
the ability to work safely, with or without supervision
the ability to read understand, interpret, input, and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy and completeness
the ability to coordinate the activities of others, as well as organize work loads and determine priority of duties
detail oriented, well organized, and effective in multi-tasking
excellent manual dexterity
excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, exceptional critical thinking ability
the ability to read and understand highway/road prints and identify conflicts with outside plant facilities
the ability to perform independently with minimal supervision, exercising latitude to achieve daily objectives
the ability to work seated at a table for extended periods
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related field or 4 years of related work experience
Proficient in the use of office hardware and software (PCs, Tablets, Printers, Copiers, Microsoft, Google, etc.)
Advanced proficiency in assigned function (Accounting, Engineering, IT, Procurement, Project Mgmt, etc.)
Authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, background, and motor vehicle record check
Responsibilities:
Manage processes effectively and apply expertise to ensure completion of work assignments
Participate in the implementation and maintenance of processes or procedures
Communicate with employees, contractors, vendors, and/or customers to assist assigned department/project
Read, interpret, input, and analyze data in support of an assigned department/project
Benefits and Company Summary
What you'll get…
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost
Medical Plans
Telehealth
Surgery Plus
Mental Health Care
Prescription Plans
PPO and HD options
Including:
Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HAS
Education/Tuition Reimbursement
Short and Long Term Disability
Provided Life Insurance and AD&D
401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Discounts
Legal Insurance
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Who we are…
We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others' safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people.
We serve the nation in 46 states and are unparalleled in scope and scale. Our talented workforce of over 2,000 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management.
We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us!
EEO
Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.