We are seeking an experienced OSP Safety Inspector to support telecommunications infrastructure projects in the San Jose / Palo Alto area. This contract role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship across Outside Plant construction activities. The ideal candidate brings deep field experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to operate in high-reliability, zero-failure environments.
Key Responsibilities
Perform on-site safety inspections of OSP construction activities, including aerial, underground, and trenching work
Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, local, state, and federal safety regulations
Enforce mission-grade safety standards for critical infrastructure projects where quality and reliability are paramount
Identify safety hazards, stop unsafe work when necessary, and recommend corrective actions
Conduct job site safety audits, tailgate meetings, and safety briefings
Review and validate contractor safety plans, JHAs, and method-of-procedure documents
Document inspection findings, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions in detailed reports
Collaborate with construction managers, engineers, and contractors to maintain a strong safety culture
Support incident investigations and root cause analysis as required
Serve as a safety subject-matter expert for OSP-related activities
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in OSP construction safety inspection or OSP field operations with a strong safety focus
Extensive knowledge of fiber, copper, aerial, underground, and trenching operations
Strong understanding of OSHA / Cal-OSHA regulations and telecom safety standards
Understand and execute GO95 and GO128 standards and safety requirements
Proven experience working on mission-critical or mission-grade infrastructure projects
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, permits, and safety documentation
Excellent documentation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
Comfortable working independently in active construction environments
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and ability to travel locally between job sites
Preferred Certifications
OSHA 30 (or higher)
First Aid / CPR
Confined Space, Trenching & Excavation, or other relevant safety certifications
ATSSA or similar traffic control certification (a plus)
Additional Details
Contract role with potential for extension based on project needs
Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
Work involves field inspections in active construction zones
Immediate or near-term start preferred
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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