OSP Inspector - III

Apex Systems; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an experienced field construction overseer to manage contractual field work, ensure adherence to OSHA/NEC codes, and coordinate fiber and copper cable installation. The role requires familiarity with outside plant construction and geospatial tools, with the ability to supervise contractors and maintain strict safety standards.

Applicants should have an associate degree or 2+ years of relevant experience, and be prepared for a demanding schedule including evenings and

Qualifications

• Interpreting work prints and specifications for contractors and correcting deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance.
• Climbing ladders, working aloft, entering confined spaces to accomplish job tasks, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 60 lbs.
• Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, inspects, and monitors contractual field work, including excavations, boring, placement of hand-holes, aerial strand and fiber cable installation, grounding, and monitoring restoration per VZ standards.
• Knowledge of State, Federal, OSHA, NEC codes is a must.
• Working knowledge of 3GIS, Google Earth or other industry standard geospatial applications.
• Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to work operations.
• Applies vast knowledge of OSP construction methods, practices, and safety guidelines.
• Inspecting and overseeing construction of manholes, environmental vaults, conduit formations and other types of underground telephone construction built by contractors.
• Meeting multiple tasks demands, as well as subject matter expertise for maintaining high priority requirements that meet quality, safety and regulatory standards for compliance.
• Observing work in progress to ensure that procedures followed and materials used conform to work prints and measuring and recording distances to verify the final location of installations.
• Providing and ensuring the pathway for new copper and fiber cables by monitoring outside contractors to machine or hand rod and clean ducts and place mule tape and/or inner duct to pull or jet copper and fiber cables.

Skills

Work prints interpretation

Confined spaces

Flexible schedule

Education

Associate degree

Tools

3GIS

Google Earth

Job description

Location: Fort Washington, PA (onsite)

Description: Targeted Years of Experience: 5-7 years

Responsibilities

• Oversees, inspects, and monitors contractual field work, which includes excavations, boring, placement of hand-holes, aerial strand and fiber cable installation, grounding, and monitoring restoration (sod, etc) of work areas per VZ standards Must be knowledgeable in outside plant construction. Line, splicing and substructure.
• Knowledge of State, Federal, OSHA, NEC codes is a must.
• Working knowledge of 3GIS, Google Earth or other industry standard geospatial applications. General computer application skills required (MSOffice applications, Adobe, GSuite, etc.).
• Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to work operations
• Applies vast knowledge of OSP construction methods, practices, and safety guidelines.
• Inspecting and overseeing construction of manholes, environmental vaults, conduit formations and other types of underground telephone construction built by contractors.
• Meeting multiple tasks demands, as well as subject matter expertise for maintaining high priority requirements that meet quality, safety and regulatory standards for compliance.
• Observing work in progress to ensure that procedures followed and materials used conform to work prints and measuring and recording distances to verify the final location of installations.
• Providing and ensuring the pathway for new copper and fiber cables by monitoring outside contractors to machine or hand rod and clean ducts and place mule tape and/or inner duct to pull or jet copper and fiber cables.

Must Have Skills

• Interpreting work prints and specifications for contractors and correcting deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance
• Climbing ladders, working aloft, entering confined spaces to accomplish job tasks, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 60 lbs
• Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.

Desired Skills

Valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Education / Certifications

Related Associate Degree or 2 or more years of relevant work experience.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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