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Kanaan Communications, LLC Field Walkout Technician in Bellingham, Washington
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At CableCom, as a F ield Walkout Technician , your primary responsibility revolves around the construction and maintenance of plant infrastructure, design, and engineering. The Field Walkout Technician provides a route analysis of outside plant telecommunications. These technicians are the backbone of telecom and service provider companies since they are the primary designers of the entire network.
Connecting you to great benefits
Weekly Paychecks
Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
401(k) w/ Company Match
Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Legal Insurance
Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
What you’ll do as a Field Walkout Technician
Oversee and manage field engineering activities responsible for planning, designing, and obtaining permits for new cable routes
Visit customer sites to gather OSP site survey information, evaluate customer requirements and determine the OSP equipment required
Work as part of a multi-faceted team consisting of engineering, construction, project management, and scheduling personnel, all with a common interest of delivering results to the customer
Coordinate with drafting and/ or GIS personnel located in remote offices to produce construction drawings to be used to construct the network
Develop base mapping and provide field engineering services required to prepare permit drawings, OSP construction drawings, and final as-built drawings in electronic format
Provide field engineering services required to prepare permit drawings, OSP construction drawings, and final as-built drawings in electronic format per customer specifications
Research and incorporate permitting requirements from jurisdictional authorities (i.e., state, county, city, railroads, and others) into the OSP design
Recommend final route based on most economical solution and permitting agency’s requirements
Research and evaluate various route options associated with the projects. Research shall include aerial and underground options, existing customer conduit and other third party conduit
Engage daily with the customer’s engineering team and project management staff via emails / phone as well as occasional in-person meetings
Maintain safe working habits and conditions according to regulations and policies
What you’ll need
To be at least 18 years old
Authorization to work in the United States for this company
A high school diploma or equivalent
Two to four years of experience in the OSP Engineering field
Experience with aerial and underground construction methods and engineering requirements
Experience with cable placement and splicing methods and practices
Effective communication skills
The Ability to travel and work extended hours; overtime and weekends as needed
Reliable transportation and a clean driving record
Familiarity in permitting requirements for state and local agencies
A working understanding of the Rural Utility Service (RUS) units and their meaning process
Salary Range $23 - $35 per hour
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
If you are interested in learning more about our organization, please visit our website at cablecomllc.us
Building stronger solutions together
Effective January 1, 2024, this position is designated by CableCom as a safety-sensitive position pursuant to Wash. SB 5123 (2023), § 2 (to be codified at Title 49, Chapter 49.44 of the Wash. Rev. Code). As such, this position is exempt pursuant to Wash. SB 5123 (2023), the Washington state law related to pre-employment testing for marijuana. Please be advised that due to the designation of this position as safety-sensitive (and notice to you of the same), you will be subject to pre-employment testing for marijuana and its metabolites.
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.