Field Technician, Telecommunications

Description

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• •New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• •Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• •Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• •Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• •Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• •Community Engagement // CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Hybrid Technician in Midland & Odessa, Texas.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE + KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITY (KSA)

Intermediate // General understanding and practical experience; capable of working independently with growing efficiency. 5+ years of professional experience with creating plan and profile drawings.

• •Knowledge of standard drafting techniques, technical standards, and established procedures used to support the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects
• •Skills in using industry-standard engineering and drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, etc.) to prepare technical drawings, document work, and communicate project information effectively.
• •Ability to use spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software to compile data, support technical documentation, and assist with reporting and recordkeeping.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plan Production //

• •Work independently to support Project Managers, Project Engineers and Designers with technical design tasks for various projects.
• •Utilize engineering and drafting software to complete assignments, such as generating plan and profile drawings to include cross-sections, underground utilities, etc. from survey files and/or record drawings.
• •Complete redline markups and accurately incorporates review comments with minimal supervision.
• •Prepare intermediate manual or computer-aided design drawings, cost estimates, bills of materials, plus required documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects.
• •Interpret survey notes, utility records, and civil plans to create accurate base drawings.
• •Perform standard calculations, including elevations, grades, utility dimensions, and material quantities.
• •Support collection of field data or utility record information when required.

2. Compliance + Quality //

• •Apply and follow QA/QC procedures consistently.
• •Identify potential errors or inconsistencies and correct them proactively.
• •Maintain compliance with company standards and safety requirements.

3. Communication + Collaboration //

• •Work with supervisor, project manager, mentors, and various internal personnel to complete assignments within discipline and other disciplines.
• •Serve as a resource to the design staff on matters concerning drafting practices and procedures.

4. Training, Learning + Advancement //

Develop skills in interpreting survey data, utility records, and engineering plans.

5. Client + Internal Satisfaction //

• •Work with internal clients daily, problem solve minor issues and escalate concerns when needed.
• •Apply the client’s standards, guidelines, specifications, practices, and procedures and/or appropriate industry standards in preparing layouts.

6. Technical //

• •Perform independent, standards-based inspection and observation of contractor-installed outside plant (OSP) and communications infrastructure (e.g., conduit, structures, cable placement, splicing) against the applicable client-published engineering standards. CobbFendley inspectors observe and document construction; they do not perform hands-on installation and do not direct contractor work.
• •Conduct both proactive inspection of in-progress or recently completed construction and inspections triggered by contractor notification of completed work.
• •Capture field data using standard field data collection tools (e.g., geotagged photos, GPS coordinates) and the client's designated inspection forms or reporting platform.
• •Document field conditions accurately and objectively. Repeat visits and multiple inspection entries against the same location over the course of construction are normal and expected.
• •Identify and flag discrepancies between observed field conditions and the published standard — noting a likely explanation when known — rather than resolving or reconciling the discrepancy independently.
• •Confirm that infrastructure being inspected is within the client's ownership and scope; raise scope questions to a supervisor or program lead rather than assuming infrastructure is in or out of scope.
• •Maintain the distinction between the verification role and installation/design proficiency: the inspector's function is independent judgment and documentation discipline, not construction troubleshooting, construction direction, or design support.
• •Verify OSP/communications infrastructure construction (e.g., conduit, structures, cable, splicing) against applicable client-published standards and naming/labeling conventions.
• •Observe and record construction test results performed by the contractor (e.g., proofing, continuity or loss testing) when present to witness the activity; do not represent a test as verified if it was not directly observed.
• •Photograph and document as-found conditions, defects, and completed work using approved field data collection tools; maintain consistent labeling and attribution.
• •Track and report build deviations or defects to a supervisor or program lead for resolution. Do not self-authorize exceptions or deviations from the published standard.
• •Distinguish between work that is not yet complete and work the contractor has represented as finished, applying the standard consistently once work is claimed complete.
• •Escalate safety concerns, utility strikes, or other urgent field conditions immediately, outside of standard reporting cycles.
• •Participate in scheduled progress-review meetings and provide accurate inspection status updates.
• •Maintain working knowledge of the assigned reporting/documentation platform(s) and complete any required training or site-specific safety onboarding.

COBBFENDLEY CHARACTERISTICS

• •We Collaborate // with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
• •We Commit // to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on accountability.
• •We Build Communities // by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS + ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work is carried out in both a professional office and various outdoor environments.

• •Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation or job site.
• •Mobility. Movem