OSP Field Supervisor - Rochester Hills, MI

Metronet; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

401(k) match

Paid disability and life insurance

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Metronet is seeking an OSP Field Supervisor in Rochester Hills, MI, to ensure construction complies with safety and technical specifications. Responsibilities include supervising aerial cable placement, conducting safety audits, and addressing community concerns effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and several years of experience in construction. Metronet offers a supportive work environment with a total compensation package, including benefits and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct walkouts and inspect aerial fiber cable placement.
• Approve all unitized completed aerial work.
• Monitor the approved budget for each assigned work order.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 to 5 years related experience

Job description

OSP Field Supervisor - Rochester Hills, MI

Job Category: Construction

Requisition Number: OSPFI010005

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Accurate and safe construction of Metronet’s network to our standards is vital to our success. Metronet’s OSP Field Supervisor is on the frontline, ensuring construction is built safely and to the required standards and specifications.

The OSP Field Supervisor must address community complaints promptly and work to resolve issues, delivering quality service and maintaining positive community relations.

What you will be doing:

• Maintain understanding of our specifications, standard practices, and safety
• Conduct walkouts and inspect aerial fiber cable placement on poles and splice points, and the underground placement of conduit and handholes for quality and correct installation as per Metronet’s technical specifications and construction specifications.
• Approve all unitized completed aerial work done to Metronet’s standards
• Manage the OSP Construction Tracker
• Monitor the approved budget for each of their assigned work orders
• Respond to utility strikes, conduct investigation, complete documentation of said strike within 24 hours, conduct retraining of the contractor or terminate them if necessary
• Conduct a weekly audit for each contractor of their safety, construction, and quality practices
• Identify contractor training needs and arrange for the contractor to get the training
• Ensure aerial line contractors have a weekly safety and communications tailgate meeting with their employees and assist the contractor in scheduling periodic damage prevention tailgates in the language most fluent to their employees

Salary: $40,000 - $75,000 based on experience

What You Need For This Position:

• A High School Diploma or GED; or 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Related quality control and/or outside aerial plant construction experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Works well under pressure.
• Ability to walk long distances, often on uneven or less than ideal ground conditions, each day with contractors.
• Capable of working in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions while maintaining safe work zone practices.
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
• Committed to quality and safety.
• Ability to distinguish between general audience information and confidential information and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize based on urgency.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (no DUIs or serious traffic violations).

Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, we offer a competitive total compensation package, including 80% of medical premiums paid by the company, company‑paid disability and life insurance, a 401(k) match, discounted services within our coverage areas, and a supportive, fun workplace environment.

Metronet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran Friendly Employer.

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