What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tier 1 Field Data Collector (Katapult Pro) — Telecom & Utility Field Survey position at Lorven LLC?
About Lorven LLC
Lorven LLC is a technology-enabled field services company delivering infrastructure intelligence for telecom, utility, and infrastructure projects. Our crews collect the field data that fibre and grid builds run on — 100K poles and assets surveyed at 99% on-time delivery.
The role
We are hiring Tier 1 Field Data Collectors to lead Katapult Pro field survey operations on telecom and utility projects nationwide. Tier 1 is our highest field standard: you own data quality at the pole, hit production targets, and set the example for every crew you work with.
Responsibilities
- Collect pole, attachment, equipment, and route data in Katapult Pro to project specifications
- Capture complete photo sets, measurements, GPS locations, and attribute data per Lorven's QA checklist
- Meet or exceed daily production targets while maintaining Tier 1 quality scores
- Perform in-field QC on your own work before upload; correct deficiencies same-day
- Follow all safety procedures for work in and around utility rights-of-way and roadways
- Coordinate with project managers on scope, schedule, and access issues
- Mentor junior collectors and uphold Lorven's field standards on every site
Tier 1 requirements
- 2 years of OSP/utility field data collection experience (telecom or electric)
- Katapult Pro certified (Data Collection unit, 100% pass) — or able to certify within 30 days of hire
- Demonstrated production rate of 18 poles per hour at Tier 1 quality
- Sustained QA pass rate of 98% on submitted data
- Working knowledge of pole anatomy: classes, attachments, clearances, guys/anchors, NESC basics
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation; willing to travel 75%
- Able to work outdoors in all weather and walk several miles daily
- US work authorisation required
Preferred
- Make-ready or pole loading analysis familiarity (O-Calc Pro, SPIDAcalc)
- GIS experience (ArcGIS, QGIS)
- Prior BEAD or rural broadband build experience
Compensation & benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience and production (1099 contract)
- Per diem and travel expenses covered on assignment
- Katapult Pro certification and ongoing training provided
- Growth path: Tier 1 collectors lead crews and train new hires
How to apply
Send your resume and a brief note on your Katapult Pro experience to info@lorvenworld.com with subject "Tier 1 Field Data Collector".
Lorven LLC is an equal opportunity employer.