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Ziply Fiber

Outside Plant Engineer

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$70.41K - $104.83K/yr

Outside Plant Engineer \n \n \n \n \n \n $70,413 to $104,830 annually DOE \n \n \n Comprehensive health benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending account, paid \n \n \n sick ...

Outsource Inc.

Outside Plant Engineer

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

Category Engineering Open Date 10/27/2025 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description As a Telecommunications Outside Plant Engineer, you will be responsible for performing telco loop design ...

CenturyLink

Outside Plant Engineer

Rochester, MN · On-site

Communications Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience. Computer skills, including Email-Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access. Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities.

Centurylink

Outside Plant Engineer

Rochester, MN · On-site

Communications Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience. Computer skills, including Email-Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access. Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities.

Pearce Services

Outside Plant Engineer

Medford, OR

Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit). * Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area ...

TekSynap

Outside Plant Technician

Arlington, VA · On-site

Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure. * Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant ...

Pearce Services

Outside Plant Engineer

Bend, OR

Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit). * Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area ...

TekSynap

Outside Plant Technician

Arlington, VA · On-site

Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure. * Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant ...

Pearce Services

Outside Plant Engineer

Seattle, WA

Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit). * Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area ...

Pearce Services

Outside Plant Engineer

Portland, OR

Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit). * Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area ...

Pearce Services

Outside Plant Engineer

Spokane, WA

Design and plan outside plant facilities for copper and fiber infrastructure (aerial, buried, conduit). * Prepare and review engineering drawings, loop loss calculations, and switch serving area ...

Armstrong Group

Outside Plant Engineer

Butler, PA

Position Summary The Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer is responsible for supporting construction and field operations teams determining the best routes to service new and existing customers, maintaining ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for outside plant in the United States is $26.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Outside Plant Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outside Plant Technician, you need a solid understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, cabling installation, splicing, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with fiber optic and copper cabling tools, GIS mapping systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top technicians apart in coordinating with teams and responding to field challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable network performance and safety in dynamic outdoor environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Outside Plant Technician?

Outside Plant Technicians typically spend their days installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications cables and equipment outside of central offices—often working outdoors in various weather conditions. This includes tasks like splicing fiber optic or copper cables, conducting site surveys, troubleshooting service issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role often requires collaborating closely with field engineers, construction crews, and network planners to complete projects efficiently and minimize service disruptions. Daily work may also involve driving between job sites and keeping detailed records of work performed.

What is an Outside Plant technician?

An Outside Plant (OSP) technician is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure that exists outside of buildings. This includes laying and splicing fiber optic cables, managing copper wire networks, and ensuring connectivity for internet, phone, and television services. OSP technicians work outdoors, often in various weather conditions, to ensure reliable network services for residential and commercial customers.

What is the difference between Outside Plant vs Cable Splicer?

AspectOutside PlantCable Splicer
CertificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork outdoors, installing and maintaining infrastructureFieldwork outdoors, splicing and repairing cables
Employer & IndustryTelecom, cable providers, utility companiesTelecom, cable providers, utility companies

Outside Plant workers focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing the physical infrastructure of telecommunications networks outdoors. Cable Splicers specialize in connecting and repairing fiber optic or cable lines through splicing. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in the same environments, but their specific tasks differ within the telecommunications infrastructure.

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Outside Plant Engineer

Outside Plant Engineer

Ziply Fiber

Bellingham, WA • On-site

$70.41K - $104.83K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Ziply Fiber rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 76 rated telecommunications companies

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