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OSP Inspector

Pearce Services
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026
At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!

Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation’s critical infrastructure. With over 2,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation, critical power and energy storage assets.

OUR IMPACT

As an OSP Inspector, you will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and quality of the client’s network infrastructure. Your inspections and documentation will ensure that all underground, buried, and aerial plant facilities meet regulatory and client standards. By identifying issues, guiding corrective actions, and collaborating with both client and vendor teams, you will help drive project success, network reliability, and service excellence. Your contributions directly support safe and efficient construction practices, protect company assets, and ensure timely project completion.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure all client underground, buried, and aerial plant facilities comply with current standards through field inspections and verification of contractor work.
  • Perform audits, inspections, and pole transfers; document findings electronically and, when needed, manually using printed spreadsheets.
  • Utilize mapping/GPS technology to locate and verify plant infrastructure.
  • Communicate effectively via email and cellular phone with client and vendor management.
  • Interface with construction crews, vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure project expectations are met.
  • Travel to field sites as needed; some overnight stays required.
  • Maintain records of all inspections, audits, and corrective actions performed.
  • Mileage will be reimbursed for travel in accordance with company policy.

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Previous experience performing NESC inspections or working on an aerial cable line crew.
  • Experience conducting wooden pole ground line inspections.
  • Proficiency in OSP Construction Standards and working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office products.
  • Familiarity with mapping tools such as Microsoft MapPoint (preferred, not required).
  • Comfortable with internet use and web-based applications.
  • Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
  • Experience in managing construction contractors in the field.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and flexibility to travel on short notice.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range: $25 USD - $27 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!

Salary : $25 - $27

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