Field Engineer (Fiber)

We’re seeking motivated individuals with telecom, utility, or field engineering experience to join our client’s team as Field Engineers . This direct hire role offers the opportunity to work on critical network infrastructure, develop advanced field engineering skills, and grow within a company that values quality, safety, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field site surveys, pole audits, and route engineering to support telecom make-ready work.
• Perform pole loading analysis and identify necessary adjustments to meet NESC and utility standards.
• Locate underground facilities and perform 811 field markings to ensure safe construction practices.
• Gather, verify, and document field data for construction as-builts and quality control checks.
• Review DOT plan sheets, strand maps, and permitting requirements to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with construction teams, utilities, and permitting agencies to resolve field conflicts.
• Respond to emergency events such as storm damage or network outages for rapid assessment and restoration planning.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, occasionally performing physical labor such as lifting heavy equipment or accessing manholes/handholes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in telecommunications, utility field engineering, or make-ready assessment preferred.
• Familiarity with NESC guidelines, pole attachment regulations, and state/municipal permitting processes a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, strand maps, and utility construction documents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and logical problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to cross-train in related disciplines (flagging, damage assessment, locating, etc.).
• Must pass background check, drug screening, DMV review, E-Verify, and job-specific certifications.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.

Key Terms
Make-Ready Engineer, Telecom Engineer, Utility Pole Engineer, Pole Loading Analysis, NESC Compliance, Pole Attachment, Strand Mapping, Fiber Optic Engineering, Coax Engineering, Outside Plant (OSP), Field Engineer, Pole Audit, 811 Locate, Underground Utility Locating, DOT Plan Sheets, Permitting, QC/As-Built Verification, Emergency Response, Broadband Construction, Fiber Network Deployment, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Utility Engineering, Field Survey, Route Engineering.

*** Candidates must have current eligibility to work compliantly in the USA, unfortunately no visa sponsorships, transfers, OPT's or C2C can be considered at this time for this opportunity. ***

What We Do
We're Telecom Infrastructure Staffing Specialists.
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.

Eligibility:
Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the USA. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship, transfers, OPTs, or C2C arrangements cannot be accommodated for this opportunity.

Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.

Technologies We support:
Wireless : 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline : Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning

About Us:
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.

TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.

Mission:
As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.

Diversity:
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Women’s Business Enterprise.

TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: [email protected] .