Field Inspector: Underground Fiber & Safety QA

Five Star Infrastructure Services, dBA InterCon/Five Star Energy Services/M&C Utility; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Energy Services in Madison, WI seeks a Field Inspector - Underground Fiber to perform on-site inspections and QA of underground fiber optic installs, ensuring compliance with designs, safety regulations, and standards.

The role requires 2+ years in underground utility/fiber inspection, ability to read plans, document findings, coordinate with contractors, and maintain accurate records; local travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in construction management, telecommunications, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in underground utility or fiber construction inspection.
• Strong knowledge of trenching, boring, directional drilling techniques.
• Familiarity with fiber optic components and installation practices.
• OSHA safety regulations and permitting requirements knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of underground fiber installation, including trenching, boring, conduit placement, handholes, and fiber optic cable installation.
• Ensure contractors follow project plans, specifications, safety protocols, and permit requirements.
• Document field activities through detailed reports, photos, and inspection logs.
• Identify and report deficiencies or deviations from plans and ensure timely correction.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, engineers, and utility companies to resolve field issues.
• Verify location of existing utilities using as-built plans and locate services.
• Assist with pre-construction site walks and post-construction closeouts.
• Monitor traffic control and site safety measures to ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of inspections and communications.
• Use GPS or GIS tools to capture field data when needed.

Skills

Inspection experience

Documentation

Communication

GPS tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (construction/telecommunications)

Tools

GPS devices

Inspection software

Job description

Five Star Energy Services in Madison, WI seeks a Field Inspector - Underground Fiber to perform on-site inspections and QA of underground fiber optic installs, ensuring compliance with designs, safety regulations, and standards.

The role requires 2+ years in underground utility/fiber inspection, ability to read plans, document findings, coordinate with contractors, and maintain accurate records; local travel may be required.