Position Summary
The OSP Inspector is responsible for ensuring fiber optic construction activities meet company standards, engineering designs, and regulatory requirements. This role supports the full lifecycle of telecom infrastructure deployment, including construction oversight, quality assurance, and documentation. The Inspector works closely with contractors, project managers, and engineers to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality installation of aerial, underground, and buried fiber networks. Travel throughout market is required.
Key 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 Requirements
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.
TekCom Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer
*** Candidates must have current eligibility to work compliantly in the USA, unfortunately no visa sponsorships, transfers, OPT's or C2C can be considered at this time for this opportunity. ***
Benefits: Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.
TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: Recruiters@TekComResources.com. We are compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.
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