Birmingham, AL · Telecommunications · $30-$34ph DOE
TekCom Resources is seeking a Fiber Construction Inspector for a contract role with one of our largest telecom construction clients. This is a field-based role supporting the client's outside plant work throughout Alabama. Birmingham, AL (on-site location) or can site remotely from another part of the state. Travel: Eastern, Northern and Southern part of the state. This may include overnight travel. (80% +) Expenses: Mileage starts at the job site not from home office, not unless the job site is 50 miles from the home office. Cell phones are allowed and should include Wi-Fi capability. The Internet is also covered. Standard rates per policy.
As Fiber Construction Inspector, you will conduct independent daily site inspections to monitor and document construction progress, including accurate and organized daily reports, photos, and quality control/safety standards and regulations. You MUST understand fiber installation (underground and aerial), including splicing and testing specifications, and have the ability to read and understand blueprints/construction drawings.
The hours for this role are likely to be 7:00 am - 4:00 pm CST, with a 1 hour break, as dictated by the location of our client's construction vendor.
Essential Job Functions • Oversees, inspects, and monitors contractual field work which includes excavations, boring, placement on hand hole, aerial strand and fiber cable installation, and restoration of work areas • Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel. • Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations • Takes field measurements of to verify contractor billing; checks placement of and performs quality reviews of construction. • Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions or provide project cost savings. • Maintains project records which include daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, and pay quantity records • Evaluates and monitors progress schedules, prepares work orders, and monthly estimates
Education/Certifications • High School Degree or equivalent required • Two (2) year technical degree preferred • A valid driver’s license required
Experience/Minimum Requirements • Two (2) years of related experience • Fluency with Microsoft Office products, as well as Google Earth, is a plus for this role
Other Skills/Abilities • Knowledge of budget development and execution • Knowledge of construction management process • Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process • Ability to read and understand blueprints
Key Terms Outside plant, OSP, fiber, FTTH, FTTX, FTTP, inspection, supervision, telecom, construction, blueprint, project management. #tekcomjobs *** 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. ***
What We Do: TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses. Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.
Technologies We support: Wireless: 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations) Wireline: Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning
About Us: Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.
TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.
Mission: As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.
Diversity: TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Women’s Business Enterprise.
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