Embark on a trailblazing career in Security Technology with Allied Universal® Technology Services, a global leader in security technology that’s transforming the security industry. We integrate state-of-the-art technology with physical security to protect our clients and communities, harnessing tools like electronic access control, video surveillance, and alarm monitoring, alongside emergent innovations such as robotics, drones, and augmented technology. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic workforce that thrives on innovation and inclusivity. We offer a wide spectrum of job opportunities for both stability and growth across various roles, including service and installation technicians, engineers, and project managers. At Allied Universal®, we don’t just embrace change; we drive it, creating a culture where diversity fosters innovation and forges caring connections. Join us and help set new benchmarks in the security industry while advancing your career. Enjoy comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, and exclusive perks.Adesta, an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring a OSP Specialist. The OSP Specialist supervises and maintains control of outside plant (OSP) activities surrounding a given work site, maintains accurate records of construction underway, and makes recommendations in support of the project schedule.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise crews performing OSP activities; ensure that crews safely perform work in accordance with industry standards, the contract’s scope of work, construction drawings, and specifications
Accurately interpret underground utility records, power utility grid maps, railroad validation maps, and plat maps in order to prepare engineering field notes in sufficient clarity and detail to facilitate conversion to CADD programs
Make recommendations for changes in running line or construction methodologies due to knowledge of or experience in environmental conditions, construction access by crews, or congestion of utilities
Understand and actively participate in the engineering, permitting and construction processes in order to support the requirements of the project contract
Document and account for own and subcontractors’ work performed at any phase of construction using standard company procedures, and provides written correspondence to the team, the Owner, and to governmental agencies as required
Determine and execute correct procedures for OSP fiber optic cable splicing, termination, testing, and documentation
Based on the interpretation of the daily and weekly schedules, effectively run a crew of two or more, or supervise subcontractor tasking in order to meet or exceed assigned tasking
Accurately gauge capabilities of assigned crew members in order to provide input to daily and weekly project tasking
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess one or more of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering
Associate’s degree in construction management or engineering with a minimum of three (3) years of OSP engineering or construction experience
Technical certification with a minimum of four (4) years of OSP engineering or construction experience
Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle
Minimum of one (1) year of OSP engineering or construction experience
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering and construction drawings and specifications, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and other documents
Communicate effectively in both oral and written English technical language, both in interpreting requirements and providing reports
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Utility construction experience
College degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering
Field engineering lead responsibility/project charge responsibility experience
Supervisory/management-level work experience
BENEFITS:
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.comIf you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.comIf you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .Location: United States-Illinois-Glendale HeightsJob Category: Adesta