Outside Plant Engineer I

Kinetic is a premier internet solutions provider on a mission to deliver ultra-fast, reliable internet to consumers and small businesses across the U.S., helping them Internet better™.As part of the Kinetic family, you’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV services, all delivered through our enhanced fiber network.Join us in revolutionizing how people connect and communicate. Your work will directly contribute to making Kinetic the most helpful internet service provider, ensuring our customers Internet better™ every day._________________________________________________________ About The RoleWindstream’s team of Outside Plant Engineers connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States. In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships. By analyzing a variety of data, you will solve complex problems for our business and residential customers utilizing copper cable, fiber cable, and electronics. ***Muncy, PA is the reporting location for this position; however, candidates that reside in Lewisburg, PA can be considered due to their close proximity to Muncy.***What You’ll DoEngineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copperAssist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilitiesOrganize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projectsUtilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective waySkillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completionEngineer/design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and laborPerform administrative work relating to projects and assignmentsAssess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problemsConduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)Do you Have?Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and writtenKnowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and OutlookAbility to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidanceAbility to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team playerAbility to analyze problems and priorities and make decisionsA love of solving problems and building solutionsA college degree in engineering or similar discipline and/or 2+ years technical experienceAbility to travel overnight and out of the market up to 25% of the time is required for this roleEven BetterCAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD or other similar design programsPrevious telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineeringExperience working with city, county and/or state agenciesMinimum RequirementsCollege degree in Engineering or a related field and 0-2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66% | Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33% |Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >15-30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%Repetitive Hand Action: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, VehicleExposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%Types of Driver’s License Required: Driver’s License_________________________________________________________Our BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans401K PlanHealth & Flexible Savings AccountLife and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance PlansEducational Assistance PlanIdentity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insuranceis an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@ as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Created: 2025-06-07