Telecommunications Infrastructure Specialist

Telecommunications Infrastructure Specialist

Salary

$23.18 - $27.82 Hourly

Location

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-225

Department

Information Technology

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Questions

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Provides county wide utility locates, construction and telecommunications infrastructure support.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Locates and marks underground utilities accurately using specialized electronic locating equipment or ground penetrating radar prior to any excavation.
• Reviews maps, as-builts, and historical data to see where existing infrastructure should be.
• Assists in installing new infrastructure to include conduit, hand holes, detectable mule tape, and fiber optic cable.
• Reviews construction and engineering plans, attends utility coordination and other meetings and serves as liaison for construction projects.
• Provides Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI), and oversight to construction crews and projects.
• Plans and coordinates crews, materials, and telecommunication related projects.
• Performs RTK/GPS field data collection activities using current data collection techniques; develops field procedures and quality control standards.
• Researches property deeds, certified corner records, government survey notes, plats, and other related information.
• Tests, implements and maintains key components of the enterprise wide county GIS database and related systems, in particular the county fiber optic network and the local survey control network.
• Maintains and assists with updating field operations procedure manuals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience: High school diploma or GED and three (3) years' progressively responsible experience in outside plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure construction, operations and maintenance methods to include, utility location and construction engineering inspection, GIS utility related field data collection; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Requires experience using utility locating equipment. Demonstrated proficiency utilizing ArcPro and other related software packages is preferred. Ability to perform GIS integrated, GPS cadastral surveys, data collection and utility permitting are preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications: Requires a valid driver license. Requires a National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) certificate or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) badge.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements: Requires the ability operate a variety of machines and office equipment including computers, digitizers, telephones, plotters, printers, GPS/survey equipment, handheld tools, etc. Must be able to exert 50 to 70 pounds of force occasionally, 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Requires the ability to position self in confined areas, for work overhead and to ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. Requires the ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs is necessary; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina. Must be able to position self into and out of kneeling or low to the ground position, and/or move about on hands and feet. This position requires the ability to perform essential tasks at or near floor level and to return to a standing position. The individual must be able to safely move into and out of low positions (such as kneeling, squatting, or sitting on the ground) and perform assigned duties. Must be able to demonstrate the use of precise dexterity to accomplish everyday tasks. Exhibits the ability to traverse uneven or irregular terrain while maintaining control of heavy/bulky objects and be able to tolerate stationary positions often. This position requires the ability to work for sustained periods of exposure to outside atmospheric conditions. Requires the ability to perform manual tasks and remain on feet for extended periods of time. Prolonged periods of walking and/or standing frequently are required in this position. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to communicate effectively in English, including the ability to convey, record and exchange information; requires the ability to explain procedures and to give, receive and follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to read and interpret a variety of moderately complex technical data, policy and procedure manuals, codes, professional journals. Requires the ability to prepare forms and reports using prescribed formats, and adhering to all rules of grammar, spelling, diction and punctuation. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical and/or professional languages used within the parameters of the job and with a broad array of individuals from various professional backgrounds.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply basic principles of computer technology, drafting, engineering, and common sense understanding to carry out detailed and involved written or oral instructions; to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in or from standardized situations; to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, calculate percentages and decimals; utilize standard principles of geometry and algebra.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal to moderate levels of stress when confronted with an emergency or tight deadline. Requires the ability to exercise consistent tact and courtesy when in frequent contact with various professionals, county staff, and the general public.

01

Please indicate which best describes your highest level of completed education.

• No formal education completed, but I have relevant experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or above
• None of the above

02

If you indicated completion of a degree in the previous question, please state your degree and major (if you answered "None of the above" please enter "N/A") in the space provided.

03

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you possess in outside plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure construction, operations and maintenance methods to include, utility location and construction engineering inspection, GIS utility related field data collection?

• None
• Less than 1 years
• At least 1 year but less than 3 years
• At least 3 years but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years but less than 7 years
• At least 7 years but less than 9 years
• 9 years or more

04

Please describe your progressively responsible experience in outside plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure construction, operations and maintenance methods to include, utility location and construction engineering inspection, GIS utility related field data collection( if none, please enter "N/A") in the space provided.

05

Do you possess experience using utility locating equipment?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience using utility locating equipment (if you answered "No" please enter "N/A") in the space provided.

07

Please indicate which of the following GIS integrated areas you have experience with (check all that apply)?

• GPS Cadastral Surveys
• Data Collection
• Utility Permitting
• Other
• None of the Above

08

If you indicated "Other" GIS integrated experience in the previous question, please list all other areas (if you answered "None of the above" please enter "N/A") in the space provided.

09

Do you possess demonstrated proficiency utilizing ArcPro and other related software packages?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you possess a National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) certificate or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire?

• Yes
• No, I do not possess a National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) certificate but DO have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• No, I do not possess a National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) certificate and DO NOT have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

11

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) Card. To obtain a DBIDS Card, military and civilian individuals must pass the military installation's screening requirements. Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain a (DBIDS) card?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you possess a valid driver license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Okaloosa County

Address 302 N. Wilson St. Suite 203

Crestview, Florida, 32536

Phone (850) 689-5870

Website http://www.myokaloosa.com