Fiber Construction Inspector

Apex Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Health Savings Account

On-demand training and certification prep

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a Fiber Construction Inspector II to ensure precision and safety in fiber installations. Responsibilities include monitoring placements, conducting inspections, and documenting progress. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5 years of experience in fiber construction or a related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. This full-time position is located in Birmingham, AL and offers various health and professional development benefits.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in fiber construction or a related field.
• Preferred experience in fiber splicing and testing.
• Familiarity with construction techniques and design plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor fiber placement activities, including underground and aerial installations.
• Conduct site inspections to verify proper construction techniques.
• Document progress, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Moderate technical knowledge of fiber optic construction methods

Familiarity with underground and overhead fiber placement

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently in the field

Tools

OTDR

power meter

Job description

Job Title

Fiber Construction Inspector II

Application Instructions

Send a copy of your resume to [email protected] (please do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address).

Job Information

• Job #: 3010199
• Location: Birmingham, AL (may require travel)
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

What You’ll Do

• Monitor fiber placement activities, including both underground and aerial installations.
• Conduct site inspections to verify proper construction techniques and adherence to design plans.
• Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain timelines.
• Document progress, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support fiber splicing and testing operations (preferred but not required).

What We’re Looking For

• Moderate technical knowledge of fiber optic construction methods and materials.
• Familiarity with underground and overhead fiber placement techniques.
• Preferred experience in fiber splicing and testing (OTDR, power meter, etc.).
• Approximately 5 years of hands‑on experience in fiber construction or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in the field.

Why This Role Matters

Fiber Construction Inspectors are the eyes and ears of our build teams. Your expertise ensures that every mile of fiber is placed with precision, safety, and long‑term reliability in mind. You’ll help accelerate broadband expansion and improve digital access for thousands of people.

Apex Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) and retirement plans (401(k) or local equivalent).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other employee perks.
• On‑demand training, certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses after 6+ months’ tenure.
• Professional development discounts for associations such as CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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