OSP Field Inspector

Brooksource; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dependent Care FSA

401k with company match

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Brooksource in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an OSP (Outside Plant) Field Inspector to oversee fiber optic construction projects on-site, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with designs, permits, and company standards.

You will monitor daily field activities (underground, aerial, directional boring), verify materials, track progress, and coordinate with contractors, utilities, and internal teams. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, permits, and fiber route maps.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor daily OSP construction activities (underground, aerial, directional boring).
• Verify compliance with engineered designs, permits and company specifications.
• Conduct quality control inspections on conduit placement, vaults, fiber installation, and restoration.
• Ensure safety by adhering to OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with contractors, utilities, municipalities, and internal teams to resolve field issues.
• Track project progress and provide regular reports.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Reading prints/maps

OSHA safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Field reporting tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

Field reporting tools

Construction tracking systems

Job description

OSP (Outside Plant) Field Inspector

The OSP (Outside Plant) Field Inspector is responsible for overseeing and inspecting field construction activities related to fiber optic network deployment, ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and local regulations. This role serves as the on-site representative to monitor contractor performance, verify quality, and maintain project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor daily OSP construction activities, including underground, aerial, and directional boring operations.
• Ensure all construction is performed according to engineered designs, permits, and company specifications.
• Conduct quality control inspections on conduit placement, handholes, vaults, fiber installation, restoration, and splicing preparation.
• Verify compliance with safety regulations, OSHA standards, and company safety policies.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility companies, municipalities, and internal project teams to resolve field issues.
• Track project progress and provide daily, weekly, and milestone reports.
• Identify construction deficiencies and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Review and document as-built changes and field deviations.
• Ensure proper traffic control and public safety measures are in place at all active job sites.
• Monitor material usage and verify delivered materials align with project requirements.
• Support permit compliance and assist with inspections from local municipalities and utility owners.
• Escalate critical issues, damages, utility strikes, or delays immediately to management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-5 years of experience in OSP fiber construction, telecom infrastructure, or utility inspection.
• Strong understanding of underground and aerial fiber optic construction practices.
• Knowledge of directional drilling, trenching, plowing, and restoration methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, permits, and fiber route maps (KMZ, GIS, etc.).
• Experience with utility locating, 811 processes, and damage prevention.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and field compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, field reporting tools, and construction tracking systems.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License required (must maintain an acceptable driving record).
• Ability to travel regularly to job sites and work in various outdoor environments.
• Ability to walk active construction sites, including uneven terrain.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional nights and weekends, as project demands require.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with fiber network builds, long-haul, metro, or data center infrastructure.
• Knowledge of permitting requirements and utility coordination.

This is primarily a field-based role requiring daily site visits and active construction oversight. Exposure to weather conditions, construction zones, and varying terrain is expected.

Disclaimer

Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

EEO

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.