Employment Opportunities - Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative

OSP Broadband Planner

Job Description

Summary of Duties:

The OSP Broadband Planner is responsible for designing and mapping outside plant (OSP) fiber optic cable systems, focusing primarily on FTTH networks. The role involves understanding optical network elements, including hubs, cabinets (active/passive), and splitter/tap architectures. Responsibilities include fiber allocation, route planning, terrain analysis, material cost estimation, work order creation, inventory checks, and coordination with GIS, inventory, and construction teams. Designs are reviewed and approved by the OSP Manager. Must ensure timely support for construction schedules.

Specific Duties:

Perform all responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner.
Design, plan, and draft OSP fiber optic networks using Visio, mapping, or design platforms.
Collaborate with route engineers to determine optimal plant paths.
Manage fiber assignments and network resources.
Coordinate projects and interact with in-house and contractor design/build teams.
Create bill of materials for projects.
Support project timelines, budgets, and reporting metrics.
Assist in training activities.
Ensure system security by following company procedures.
Deliver superior member service.
Complete tasks to Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative’s quality standards.
Represent the organization professionally in all interactions.
Maintain professional appearance and behavior at all times.
Maintain excellent attendance.
Perform plant serviceability surveys and cost estimates.
Maintain and update network documentation for construction teams.
Understand and utilize time-domain reflectometers and OTDRs.
Perform other cross-functional duties as assigned.
Plan and prepare drawings for new construction or modifications to aerial/underground fiber networks.
Interpret complex project plans to determine project scope.
Develop and recommend multiple solution options.
Research and apply new technologies and fiber products.
Review final test results for construction and electronic projects.
Travel as required to project sites and support locations.
If elected, may serve on Employee Action Committee to assist in enhancing employee-management relations and developing cooperative policies.
Assist with annual membership meeting preparation and participation.
Attend necessary training and seminars.
Preforms all other related duties as assigned by management
Ability to travel as necessary to assigned locations

Essential Job Functions:

Other Duties:

Supervision:

Supervision Received: Reports to the Manager OSP Engineering.

Education Requirements:

Associate degree in Civil or Optical Engineering, Telecommunications, IT, or equivalent work experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Must possess knowledge of electronics and fiber optic network operations. Two to four years of experience preferred.

Required Skills:

Understanding of telecommunications construction and engineering principles.
Knowledge of industry regulations affecting engineering projects.
Ability to design fiber optic circuits and manage cutovers.
Familiarity with company products, services, and policies.
Proficiency with office tools (PC, email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Lode Data, GIS, etc.).
Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Capable of differentiating wire sizes and colors.
Requires visual focus and peripheral vision.
Able to operate computer and fiber test equipment.
May work in dusty, noisy environments or near electrical equipment.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Safe operation of company vehicles is required.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Safety Sensitive Statement:

This is a safety sensitive position. A safety sensitive job is one that includes tasks or duties that the cooperative reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this job, a constant state of mental alertness is required and no substance (including, but not limited to medical marijuana) may be used by the employee in this position which may impair the employee's ability to maintain said constant state of mental alertness.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not all-inclusive and may be revised by management. It does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative reserves the right to amend responsibilities as necessary.

Journeyman Lineman/Lineman First Class

Job Description

Summary of Duties:

Responsible for the efficient and safe handling of line construction and/or maintenance work that will provide for safe reliable service to the members. Responsible for directing an effective training program for subordinates and encouraging them to gain experience and knowledge to enhance their job skills. All services must be performed in a prompt and courteous manner to promote safety, goodwill and efficiency of operation to the members and the general public.

Specific Duties:

Set and remove poles manually or with equipment
Perform all types of line construction including primary, secondary, and service drops on both overhead and underground construction.
Haul poles, load poles, unload poles, etc.
Install, change, or trouble shoot on all lines and line devices such as regulators, capacitors, OCR’s, air break switcher, sectionalizers, meters, transformers, service drops, and security lights.
Change out hot poles, change out transformers, OCR’s, regulators, lay up and tie in new wire, change out insulators, crossarms, braces, etc.
Read and interpret staking sheets and build line to conform to them and follow instructions printed on sheets.
Build meter loops.
Work with servicemen when necessary to assist with connects, disconnects, and collections.
Responsible for the maintenance and safe operation of all equipment, tools, materials, and vehicles assigned.
Understand and practice all safety rules and regulations as taught by the state safety and job training instructor and as written in approved safety manual. Attend and participate in safety meetings.
Perform standby duty/emergency maintenance, as necessary, to repair outages occurring outside of regularly scheduled working hours.
Use knowledge of REA specifications, National Electric Code and city ordinances and codes pertaining to distribution line design and installations.
Lay out material for jobs and place old or unused material in its proper place.
Retire idle services.
Operate forklift, digger, bucket and pole trucks, and air compressor.
May assist staking engineers in staking jobs.
Assist in keeping warehouse and pole yard clean and orderly.
May assist in tree trimming and/or general right of way maintenance.
Prepare and submit reports and forms as required.

Other Duties:

If elected, may serve on Employee Action committee to assist in enhancing employee-management relations and developing cooperative policies.
Attend and assist with annual membership meeting. Assist with preparation when needed.
Attend school/seminars/training programs as necessary.
The duties and responsibilities of this job description are to be considered a general outline for the job and in no way limit or restrict the assigning of persons so classified to other work.
Visit with members to promote goodwill and inform them of member services, marketing programs, and/or refer them to another cooperative employee who can supply more detailed information.

Supervision Given

As required, to individuals assigned for training.

Supervision Received

Supervised by construction foreman or serviceman as directed.

Education Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Work experience with an electric cooperative desirable, buy not mandatory. Must have at least five years of practical line experience.

Required Skills

Must have a thorough knowledge of the distribution systems such as location of the lines, voltages, sources of power, direction of feeds, the relative importance of one line to another and location of OCR’s, etc.

Must understand the purpose of all tools used in line work, including all hot line tools, hand line and associated equipment use and core of all ropes and climbing equipment.

Must understand basic REA construction specifications, National Electric Code standards and other applicable standards pertaining to distribution systems and operations.

Must possess a thorough knowledge of all policies relating to member assistance and the collection of power bills.

Must pass Class B commercial drivers’ licensing requirements.

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of operating a motor vehicle, physically fit to climb distribution poles, and of physical stature to lift and carry objects weighing up to, but not limited to, 75 pounds.

Working Conditions

May operate from headquarters or from branch office as assigned. Shall be functional under occupational stress including frequent long nights in inclement weather, capable of working from field or office, capable of communications with the public and aware that a clock or a calendar does not determine the working day.

Safety Sensitive

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative reserved the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, and/or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

COOKSON HILLS ONLINE APPLICATION

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The Cooperative, in accordance with state and federal laws, does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The Cooperative also is required by law, by virtue of its contract(s) with the federal government, to take affirmative action to employ women, minorities, otherwise qualified disabled Individuals, and Vietnam Era and disabled veterans.

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OSP Broadband Planner

Job Description

Journeyman Lineman/Lineman First Class

Job Description

COOKSON HILLS ONLINE APPLICATION

PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION BELOW AND EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO: rmcsperitt@cooksonhills.com

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