Discover a more connected Engineering Field Technician career

At Pauley Construction , as an Engineering Field Technician, you’ll support the design and implementation of outside plant (OSP) facilities by collecting and documenting critical site information, including measurements and sketches. You will collaborate with design engineers to ensure project specifications are met while adhering to safety and quality standards.

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 Engineering Field Technician

• You will oversee and manage field engineering activities responsible for planning, designing, and obtaining permits for new cable routes

• You will visit customer sites to gather OSP site survey information, evaluate customer requirements and determine the OSP equipment required

• You will 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

• You will coordinate with drafting and/ or GIS personnel located in remote offices to produce construction drawings to be used to construct the network

• You will develop base mapping and provide field engineering services required to prepare permit drawings, OSP construction drawings, and final as-built drawings in electronic format

• You will provide field engineering services required to prepare permit drawings, OSP construction drawings, and final as-built drawings in electronic format per customer specifications

• You will research and incorporate permitting requirements from jurisdictional authorities (i.e., state, county, city, railroads, and others) into the OSP design

• You will recommend final route based on most economical solution and permitting agency’s requirements

• You will 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

• You will engage daily with the customer’s engineering team and project management staff via emails / phone as well as occasional in-person meetings

• You will maintain safe working habits and conditions according to regulations and policies

  What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older

• Authorization to work in the United States for this company

• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record

• Must be able to pass a background check and company drug screening.

• Must be able to attend and pass all company required training as needed.

• May be required to work after hours; on weekends or be on-call as work is needed.

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience

  Knowledge of

• You have 4-6 years of experience in the OSP Engineering field - You have experience with aerial and underground construction methods and engineering requirements

• You have experience with cable placement and splicing methods and practices

• You have effective communication skills

• You are able to travel and work extended hours; overtime and weekends as needed

• You have reliable transportation and a clean driving record

• You may have familiarity in permitting requirements for state and local agencies

• You may have a working understanding of the RUS (Rural Utility Service) units and their meaning process

  Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Work alone in remote locations, operate vehicle, walk, use keyboard and mouse

• Occasionally: climb stairs and stand

  Pay Range: The Engineering Field Technician position pays an hourly wage of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour depending upon experience.

  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.

  Building stronger solutions together

  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.