The PLA Specialist is responsible for post processing Katapult/Ike data and other field collected data related to poles and pole attachments, value based make ready engineering and aerial decisions associated with MRE, pole loading, sag and tension calculations, information to be included in aerial permit drawings such as heights of attachment, aerial strand maps, guying and anchoring decisions, and other deliverables as required by our projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Understands and applies pole owner standards and guidelines when assessing aerial make-ready and permits for attachment.
• Determines the most efficient and effective aerial solutions using client guidelines and a value-based approach.
• Performs value-based make-ready engineering using NESC and pole owner standards.
• Performs structural analysis using OCALC/SPIDA calc or similar pole loading software.
• Creates aerial permit drawings taking into account Jurisdiction Having Authority (JHA) standards, client requirements, and SQUAN processes.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively work in pole owners' systems such as SPANS, NJUNS, etc.
• Mentors others to share OSP knowledge and best practices.
• Works closely with internal construction, peer PLA Specialists, designers or drafters, design lead, and engineering manager to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Drives profitability by creating constructable, quality aerial designs and permits that meet jurisdiction requirements and will be approved.
• Stays current with scope changes and understands the scope applicable to the work being performed.
• Communicates with permit coordinators/PLA leads and keeps project tracker(s) current up to the hour.
• Adheres to the timelines for all tasks assigned.
• Collaborates with the permit coordinator, design lead, and engineering manager to overcome obstacles that prevent the timely delivery of a quality product.
• Focuses on high-level customer interaction with both internal and external customers.
• Validation of daily work received from the field to guarantee accuracy of both in-house and subcontractor deliverables, where applicable.
• Attends meetings with design lead, design manager, or project manager as needed.
• May be required to draw various polygons in GIS tools as required by the project scope.
• Submits timesheets daily with the appropriate time coded to the project, aspect, and task.
• Performs other duties as assigned by PLA Lead or Engineering Manager

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow a process and interpret photos and measure the Heights of Attachment using Katapult, IKE, or other data collection software.
• Ability to interpret JHA redlines, internal QA redlines, standards, guidelines, and requirements effectively to make corrections efficiently.
• Excels at organization, time management, problem-solving, communication, and attention to detail.
• Employs a sense of urgency and has the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Understanding of NESC rules and regulations
• Good organizational skills with the ability to plan, coordinate, and track project development.
• Strong work ethic, leads by example, and does what it takes to get the job done.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, OCALC, SPIDA-CALC, AutoCAD, and various other software programs.
• Ability to communicate professionally at all times, with clarity, at the frequencies required by management and customers.
• Takes feedback well and can take said feedback and make sufficient adjustments.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage time based on production metrics.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be proficient in OCALC or similar PLA software.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner.
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Preferred Requirements

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or a related degree
• Two years of experience in telecommunication, OSP, or with a public or private utility.