FIELD CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR

Mears Broadband, LLC; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and Roth 401(k) retirement plans

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mears Broadband, LLC in Sioux Falls is seeking a Field Construction Coordinator / Field Quality Inspector dedicated to ensuring quality in infrastructure projects. This role offers competitive wages and growth opportunities while prioritizing safety in various environments.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of inspection experience, understands OSHA standards, and is committed to community impact. Join us to make a real difference and build America's future.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of OSP construction inspection experience.
• Ability to follow OSHA/State/Local Safety Standards.
• Understanding of required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks on outside plant.
• Generate As-Built records in hand or digital format.
• Communicate necessary corrective actions to subcontractors.

Skills

OSHA Compliance

Inspection Skills

Communication Skills

Manual Dexterity

Job description

CONSTRUCT YOUR CAREER WITH MEARS AND BUILD AMERICA'S FUTURE

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Broadband, we offer more than just a job. We offer a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact. Mears Broadband LLC, a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry.

Field Construction Coordinator / Field Quality Inspector

This position provides comprehensive infrastructure services to fiber, wireline, and wireless carrier customers within the communications industry. We are seeking a Field Quality Inspector to join our team, someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment and takes ownership of quality in the field. This role will be responsible for quality assurance supporting operations, engineering, and outside processes.

WHY JOIN MEARS?

• Build America: Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric transmission and distribution, telecom, and wastewater industries across North America.
• Professional growth: Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.
• Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive wages and excellent benefits.
• Community impact: We give back to the communities we serve.

SAFETY THAT BRINGS YOU HOME:

At Mears, safety is our utmost priority. We are at the forefront of enhancing safety outcomes for both our employees and clients. We empower our workers to take ownership of their own safety. The Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:

Despite our size, Mears remains a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.

• Wage: $20-26 / hr
• Paid on‑the‑job technical and professional growth opportunities
• Established career path for future advancement
• 401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
• Life & Disability Insurance plans
• Financial wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount programs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform quality checks on all outside plant to ensure plant is up to spec.
• Thorough understanding of aerial and underground construction methods
• Identify unsafe actions performed by contractor, record/report to crew Supervisor
• Generate As‑Built records, by hand or digital format
• As‑Builts
  • Record units placed
  • Record deviations from engineered plans
  • Record pertinent notes as related to construction events
• Recognize, record and report deficiencies to construction supervisor
• Inspection of deficiencies reported to be complete
• Subcontractor Communication
  • Communicate verbally and in writing, necessary corrective actions and provide potential resolutions to avoid similar situations in the future
• Identify and record deficiencies
• Assist with inspection and investigations.
• Ability to assimilate information quickly.
• Effectively communicate across all levels within the organization, vendors, and others as needed
• Record daily activities in construction inspector journal
• Review/Correct traffic control patterns, signs, flagmen
• Other duties as assigned

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years of OSP construction inspection experience
• Ability to follow OSHA/State/Local Safety Standards
• Understanding of required PPE
• The physical activity required for this role includes:
  • Occasional travel as needed for site visits and business operations
  • site visits in a range of weather conditions, including hot and cold weather
  • Walking on uneven and variable terrain
  • Sitting, standing, walking for extended periods
  • Frequently standing, walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, bending and reaching
  • Manual dexterity for computer use, and office equipment
  • Occasionally lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check

This role is accepting applications until filled.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.