QA / QC Auditor | Fiber Construction

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Richfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plans

401k with match

Holidays and PTO

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Davey Resource Group, Inc. seeks an entry-level QA/QC Auditor to plan, inspect, and verify utility infrastructure in field environments. You will use handheld devices, GPS, and QCX to capture data and support compliance across Ohio and Michigan.

The role requires independence, willingness to travel extensively (75%–100%), and strong attention to detail to ensure field vs. engineering alignment. A valid driver’s license and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in fiber optic construction, auditing, or Outside Plant environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints/redlines, and experience with the QCX tracking system.
• Must be based in or able to travel across Ohio and Michigan to support projects.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in basic data entry; willingness to learn mapping software applications.

Responsibilities

• Print verification: review and verify field installations against prints and redlines.
• System entry: input audit data, track progress, and complete reports in QCX.
• Field audits: inspect active fiber construction sites for quality and compliance.
• Issue resolution: correct discrepancies between field work and designs with crews.
• Operate as a lone worker when required, displaying independence.
• Meet weekly production targets to satisfy timelines.
• Record field observations accurately and timely.
• Communicate with property owners and agencies for access.
• Drive, operate, and maintain company vehicle.
• Read and follow maps; review data integrity in the database.

Skills

Read engineering prints

Data entry

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

QCX tracking system

Hand-held devices / GPS

Maps reading software

Job description

Position Overview

The QA/QC Auditor is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility infrastructure. Work assignments involve applying routine procedures to solve common challenges. The ability to follow red lines and verify prints is essential to the function of this position. Prior experience utilizing OXC technology is encouraged. This role provides our utility clients with the services and solutions needed to manage their assets efficiently and effectively by performing the duties described. This entry-level position is an individual contributor role working in a field environment. This is a high travel in field position.

Company & Locations

• Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.


• Locations: Richfield, OH


• Additional Locations: Ohio Statewide


• Work Site: On Site


• Req ID: 228173

Job Duties

• Print Verification: Review and verify that field installations match engineering prints and redlines.


• System Entry: Input audit data, track progress, and complete reporting inside the QCX system.


• Field Audits: Inspect active fiber construction sites to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.


• Issue Resolution: Work with crews to correct discrepancies between field work and engineering designs.


• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency.


• Fulfill weekly production targets to meet expectations and timelines.


• Perform audits of existing utility infrastructure by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording information.


• Operate hand-held computers, GPS units, cameras and/or other field technology.


• Accurately record field observations.


• Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work.


• Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle.


• Read and follow maps.


• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within the Database.


• Comply with all regulations and meet requirements in order to complete work safely.


• Collaborate with others.


• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor.


• Travel (75%-100%) for on-site job duties.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in fiber optic construction, auditing, or OSP (Outside Plant) environments.


• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret engineering prints/redlines, and experience working within the QCX tracking system.


• Location/Travel: Must be based in or able to travel across Ohio and Michigan to support projects.


• Driver's License: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.


• Required: A high-school diploma or equivalent.


• Required: Demonstrated proficiency in basic data entry. Must be willing to learn mapping collection software applications.


• Required: Perform basic arithmetic computations.


• Preferred: Prior electric utility or communications industry experience.


• Preferred: Prior experience working outdoors.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

• Group health plans*


• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*


• Life insurance*


• Paid parental leave


• 401k with up to a 4% company match**


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount


• Holidays and paid time off*


• Payroll savings plan*


• Charitable matching gift program*


• Employee referral bonus program*


• Employee Educational Scholarship*


• Davey Family Scholarship*


• 20% discount on all Davey services*


• Cell phone discounts*


• Vehicle purchase discount program*


• Plus, so much more!


• All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.


• Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Company Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Divisional Overview

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 100%