OSP Inspector (Bismarck)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of fiber construction (aerial, underground, buried)
• Ensure contractor work complies with engineering prints, specifications, and permits
• Verify proper installation of conduit, cable depth, handholes, pedestals, and poles
• Identify and document construction defects, safety violations, and quality issues
• Monitor adherence to project schedules and report progress
• Act as field liaison between the company and construction contractors
• Provide direction and clarification on design standards and expectations

Track and manage corrective actions and remediation work

• Assist with change orders and field design adjustments
• Maintain accurate inspection logs, daily reports, and photo documentation
• Record all findings in company systems and track issue resolution
• Review contractor deliverables and ensure proper closeout packages
• Support permitting and compliance documentation
• Ensure compliance with:
• Company construction standards
• Local/state regulations and permits
• National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements

Identify and escalate safety risks in the field

• Support incident reporting (e.G., utility strikes, damages)
• Assist with network maintenance and troubleshooting post-construction
• Support inspections related to outages or emergency repairs
• Contribute to long-term infrastructure reliability and performance Required Qualifications Experience:
• 3–5+ years in OSP construction, inspection, or telecom field operations
• Experience with fiber optic networks (FTTH, backbone, or distribution)
• Background working with aerial and underground construction Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of OSP construction standards and practices

• Ability to read and interpret:
• Engineering drawings
• Fiber route maps and staking sheets
• Familiarity with permitting and right-of-way requirements
• Experience with GPS/mapping tools and reporting software Certifications (preferred):
• NESC knowledge or certification
• OSHA safety training (10 or 30)
• Fiber construction or telecom certifications Other

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Note: Flexibility and a willingness to step outside of the defined role at times is essential in this position.