What are the responsibilities and job description for the WI - OSP Telecom Inspector position at JSI?
To support its strategic expansion, JSI is now seeking several talented telecom* Outside-Plant (OSP) Inspectors* who possess a genuine interest in providing expert supervision of construction crews to ensure construction contractors are placing fiber optic cable according to the customer’s requests (buried, underground, aerial) and engineering work prints (staking sheets).
Key Responsibilities
The essential functions of an OSP Inspector will include:
- Working on-site with the crews daily (in varied weather conditions).
- Ensuring correct depths of facilities, placement, takes sequential numbers (numbers every two feet stamped into cabling), and that the correct number of pedestals/handholes, among other things, are installed and in the desired locations.
- Assisting in the establishment of schedules, coordination, monitoring of workflow, and assisting in the tracking of cost expenditures.
- Preparing reports and documents and maintaining project records.
- Resolving design and staking sheet problems in the field during construction and, when necessary, interpreting company guidelines for specific applications.
- Providing quality control to ensure construction/engineering standards/specifications are adhered to.
- Interacting with landowners, permit agencies, as well as other company departments.
Requirements
- Must be willing to travel
- Must have your own vehicle. Mileage will be paid according to the Federal Standards
- Some knowledge of telecommunication engineering/construction practices is desired
- Must be able to read schematics, maps, and work prints (staking sheets)
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel and possess basic computer skills
- Previous work in Telecom Inspection with RUS experience preferred
- Must be capable of performing repetitive physical motions that include bending, standing, climbing, and walking on uneven terrain (in varied weather conditions)
- Must be willing to work overtime as needed
- This position requires US Citizenship or a Permanent Resident status.
Benefits
At JSI, you will have a rewarding and challenging career on every level of the organization.
JSI is committed to providing our employees with the following:
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- A diverse, dynamic, and stimulating work environment
- Educational opportunities
- Work-life balance
- A competitive salary and benefit
About JSI
JSI is a full-service consulting and broadband solutions leader, providing a complete range of operational, financial, management, engineering, regulatory, and strategic assistance to US communications providers for more than 60 years.
Notably, JSI can assist with designing and operating broadband networks, funding applications, forecasting, competitive pricing, mapping, feasibility studies, intercarrier billing, operational reform, strategic partnerships, company valuations, and more. We also offer a full range of OSP and ISP engineering services, including central office, optical transport, FTTx, IPTV, CATV, and wireless. JSI has more than 500 professionals on staff in its Maryland headquarters and in its regional offices in Alaska, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin. To learn more, please visit us at jsitel.com.
Department
Fiber - Fiber Network Design and Implementation Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Michigan
Workplace type
Onsite
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Telecom Inspection: 1 year (Preferred)
- RUS 515: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $51,400 - $65,100
