OSP Construction Specialist

SRI Telecom; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k

HSA

Paid holidays

Job summary

SRI Telecom is seeking an OSP Construction Specialist in Berlin, CT to contribute to cross-functional project teams. The role is 80% field and 20% office, demanding hands-on auditing, coordination, and timely execution of tasks.

The ideal candidate has fiber and coax experience, is willing to travel, and can manage projects with solid communication and organizational skills. Join a growth-focused telecom team with diverse site locations.

Qualifications

• Telecommunications OSP Construction experience in fiber and coax.
• Coax and fiber experience required for the position.
• Willingness to travel as needed (fleet/vehicle not supplied).
• Strong project management skills and basic computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Self-starter capable of working independently after training.
• Experience with JT/Polaris and Smartsheet is a plus.
• Outside Plant experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Audit locations and complete inspections on nodes, amplifiers, power supplies, fiber taps, and enclosures.
• Manage and track milestones; create jobs in JT/Polaris; handle lifecycle SLA exceptions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including BOC, CPM, FPM, permit coordinators, specialists, and sales.
• Report to management regularly and manage materials, invoices, and QC checklists.

Skills

OSP Construction

Fiber experience

Coax experience

Willing to travel

Project management

Basic computer skills

Cross-functional coordination

Ownership of tasks

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Self-starter

Proprietary software

Outside Plant experience

Tools

JT/Polaris

Smartsheet

Job description

OSP Construction Specialist

Location: Berlin, CT
Salary: $39 - $42/hr.

Company Information

In the exploding business of modern telecommunications, SRI is at the forefront of this expansion by helping companies build, integrate & staff their cutting-edge networks. SRI is proud to only work with the largest service providers in the country which gives us endless opportunities for business and personal growth!

Benefits

SRI offers W-2 employment with a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401k, HSA, and more.

Salary

The position pays an average of $40.50/hour, depending on experience.

Role Description

SRI Telecom is in search of an OSP Construction Specialist with relevant project coordination experience to contribute to various cross-functional project teams.

-----------------Required Skills--------------

*Please note that resumes that do not reflect the required skills listed below will not be considered*

• Telecommunications OSP Construction experience in BOTH fiber optic cable and coaxial cable (Hybrid fiber to coax-HFC- experience is preferred)

Key Tasks

Day-to-day will vary greatly in this position and will surely never be boring. In this role you will be responsible for completing audits in single or multiple locations. Tasks will often include completing audits, inspections on nodes, amplifiers, power supplies, fiber taps, and enclosures, as well as completing computer and Smartsheet work each day. You will be responsible for managing and tracking milestones and creating jobs in JT/Polaris, handling exceptions to the life cycle SLA, coordinating with teams and stake holders, and acting as a point of contact for cross functional groups including BOC, CPM, FPM, permit coordinators, specialists, and sales. You will also report to management regularly and manage materials and reconciliation, quality control workflow, job estimates, project funding, and QC checklists (materials, invoice, pictures, footages).

This role is an autonomous role as the team you work with will be spread out over multiple locations both field and office. It is 80% field and 20% office.

The ideal candidate for this position has a strong work ethic and can complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Skills & Responsibilities

*Experience with BOTH coax and fiber is a must for this position*

• Coax experience (Amplifies, Taps, main line cable)
• Fiber experience
• Must be willing to travel as needed. (fleet/company vehicle will not be supplied)
• Project management skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong cross-functional team coordination skills.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter capable of working independently after proper training.
• Ability to learn and navigate proprietary software.
• Outside Plant Experience is beneficial but not required.

Location: 06037 Berlin, CT