Telecom Fiber Inspector

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and duties for the Telecom Fiber Inspector role will provide services to Utilities Telecom Construction which includes, but is not limited to, enforcing safety, quality control, ensuring that all work performed adheres to engineering design drawings, and that all applicable specifications and Utilities Telecom construction standards are properly followed by the contractors. Telecom Fiber Inspector is responsible for establishing and maintaining a professional working relationship with engineers, contractors, subcontractors and the general public.

Requirements

Review Utilities issued documents for contractibility prior to start of construction and report/manage potential contractibility issues.

Be on site during all construction activities

Verify Contractor’s work is adequately performed and follows current Utility standards

Enforce all Utilities terms and conditions, including all legal, safety, environmental and other terms applicable to the work being performed

Check and verify all materials stored on and off site for payment as well as materials used in site construction against submittals. Check and verify the installation of materials and equipment. Track all material and Purchase orders

Maintain Utility required documents

Ensure that the jobsite remains clean at all times

Attend meetings, events, or training(s) as required by Utility

Complete as builts (as ‘Field Marks’ on prints) for all aerial and underground projects; providing all details requested by Utility that include, but are not limited to: Attachment types, attachment heights, clearances over/under major crossings and location of all installed underground facilities. Ensure Field Marked Prints (FMP) are sent to the appropriate Utility personnel within two weeks of project completion

Complete all safety & production forms, in full, daily and mail in this information to the appropriate Utility engineer or manager every Friday

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

High School diploma, GED or equivalent required

Must be familiar with OSHA Standard 1926 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, including Standard 1926 Subpart V - Power Transmission and Distribution

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Org Plus, Outlook, SharePoint and Internet/Intranet applications

Proficient in standard construction practices and familiar with safe operation of construction equipment and familiarity with Telecom Construction

OSHA 30 hour training

Must be able to demonstrate experience in working in group settings, social events and governmental agencies

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with internal and external clients at all levels

Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and work in a fast-paced, changing environment

Able to travel for the majority of the work. Personnel will be required to maintain a continuous presence on assignments

Be of adequate physical condition to withstand outdoor work and wear all required PPE

Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license
 

Measures of Success

Ability to interface with sponsors at all levels

Able to competently and professionally represent Utility at all times

Flexible and performs well in a high-energy, changing environment

Works with minimum supervision