Telecommunications Specialist III - Cabling Engineer

Full Job Description

The Telecommunications Specialisty III – OSP/ISP Telecommunications & Structured Cabling helps plan, coordinate, and implement both inside-plant (ISP) and outside-plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.

This role ensures that structured cabling systems, fiber-optic networks, and related technologies align with business objectives, comply with industry standards, and support the strategic direction of executive branch agencies.

This position collaborates closely with agency IT Directors, project managers, civil engineering partners, and technical teams.

The position provides architectural oversight, supports the Architectural Review Board (ARB) process, guides technology decisions, and ensures high-quality delivery of telecommunications projects across the organization.

This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and telework days, 2 days a week required in office. This position does require mandatory in-office meetings and travel to locations statewide.

The Office location is at the Taylorsville State Office Building, 4715 S 2700 W, Salt Lake City, Utah.

Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

Why join our team?

We host a variety of applications offering a challenging work environment and opportunity to work with the newest technology the State of Utah has acquired.

Come work in a fast-paced ever changing environment. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the technology field, along with the satisfaction of helping the agency you serve.

You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance.

Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.

What's in it for you?
You will receive great health and retirement benefits. In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

• 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage)
• 5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage)
• 2 vision plan options under EyeMed

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

• Employees hired on or after than 7/1/2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
• Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.
• Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
• Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
• Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.

Paid Time Off:

• Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
• Annual leave increases with years of service.
• There are also 12 paid holidays

The Agency:

The Division of Technology Services (DTS) is a division of the newly formed Department of Government Operations (DGO).

DTS is responsible for providing IT services to state agencies (Department of Health, Workforce Services, Natural Resources, etc.).

We offer a wide range of services, including Cloud and Datacenter Hosting, Networking, Desktop and Helpdesk Support, Enterprise Security, and business services.

We offer myriad products across these services, such as data warehousing, business intelligence, desktop-as-a-service, e-mail, VoIP, etc.

To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check us out click here.

The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day.

Requirements

Technology & Architectural Leadership

• Develop, oversee, and maintain telecommunications architecture for structured cabling, ISP/OSP fiber systems, and associated infrastructure.

• Review and approve architectural and engineering plans, recommending modifications to ensure standards compliance and technical integrity.

• Identify architectural risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including as-builts, cabling test results, network drawings, and technical specifications.

Standards, Compliance & Best Practices

• Ensure compliance with NEC, building codes, safety regulations, fire codes, ANSI/TIA standards, and industry best practices.

• Stay current on evolving technologies, standards, and regulatory requirements through continuous training and professional development.

• Provide guidance to contractors, engineers, and project teams on structured cabling design, fiber-optic systems, pathways, bonding/grounding, and firestopping requirements.

Inside Plant (ISP) Design & Engineering

• Design structured cabling systems for new and existing facilities, including backbone and horizontal pathways.

• Plan and design telecommunications rooms, equipment spaces, pathways, grounding/bonding systems, and firestopping provisions.

• Produce design schematics, construction drawings, and engineering documentation.

• Coordinate ISP infrastructure solutions with architects, engineers, consultants, vendors, and internal technical teams.

Outside Plant (OSP) Design & Engineering

• Design underground and aerial fiber routes, cable sizing, counts, and fiber records.

• Develop and maintain route maps, base maps, permit drawings, and as-built documentation.

• Review field conditions and engineering drawings to identify conflicts and engineering challenges.

• Oversee OSP construction activities to ensure quality, safety, compliance, and implementation of project standards.

• Evaluate fiber test results, ensuring adherence to network performance requirements.

• Support emergency restoration efforts for fiber damage, outages, or environmental impacts.

• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and manage expenditures.

Fiber-Optic Network Engineering

• Plan and design fiber network topology, including routing, splice plans, capacity planning, and system design.

• Conduct site assessments and support permitting, zoning, and environmental processes.

• Maintain engineering documentation using GIS and proprietary design platforms.

• Assist installation teams by clarifying design intent and resolving engineering issues.

• Support material planning, equipment selection, and construction coordination.

Collaboration, Mentorship & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with state agencies, civil engineering firms, network engineers, construction teams, and design consultants.

• Support the use of existing infrastructure (e.g., UDOT ATMS fiber) for custom agency connectivity solutions.

• Produce accurate KMZ files for fiber route mapping and long-term records.

• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Project Strategy & Execution

• Align technology strategy with business goals and organizational priorities.

• Assists in project execution from planning through implementation.

• Manage competing priorities, project risks, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery.

• Review cost estimates, statements of work, vendor proposals, and contractor deliverables for accuracy and compliance with DTS standards.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in telecommunications design, including ISP and OSP cabling systems for single or multi-building environments.

• Knowledge of structured cabling, fiber-optic engineering, ISP/OSP standards, and industry best practices.

• Strong understanding of dark fiber, metro fiber, long-haul fiber, carrier networks, and fiber installation/maintenance methods.

• Proficiency withGIS tools and telecom design software.

• Ability to read, interpret, and produce engineering drawings, fiber maps, and construction documentation.

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to lead architectural efforts during both design and construction phases.

• Knowledge of BICSI, TIA/EIA standards, and regulatory frameworks.

• Government or public-sector experience is a plus.

Additional Information

• Employment contingent on passing a drug screening and a background check.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Requirement to drive and lift 75 lbs. Need to be able to see colors to identify utility markings and cabling colorsWork location requirement when job site visits are needed regularly.

Ability to identify and distinguish between all colors for safety and quality control purposes, identifying utility and cabling markings.

• Preference may be given to current Government Operations Division of Technology Services (DTS) employees