Quality Control Inspector - Construction

Congruex; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking a Field Inspector to perform inspections and quality control on construction sites. The role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of telecommunications standards, and the ability to work under varying environmental conditions. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to conduct site inspections. This position offers flexible working hours and requires passing background checks and drug tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Pre-employment drug test and background check must be passed.
• Extensive knowledge of telecommunications construction techniques is expected.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call times.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections at assigned locations.
• Inspect telecommunications cables and work of field personnel.
• Document and report field results.
• Attend meetings with field personnel and construction contractors.
• Operate and maintain necessary field equipment and tools.

Skills

Knowledge of telecommunications engineering standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work in confined spaces

Logical and mathematical problem-solving

Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Adobe Acrobat

Google Earth

Document editing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Google Earth

Job description

Job Title: Field Inspector (Construction Quality Control)

Department: Construction

Reports To: Construction Manager

Employment Status: Hourly (Non-exempt)

Primary Location: Huntsville, AL

Salary will be determined based on skills and experience and equity to other employees in similar role.

Job Summary

The Field Inspector performs field inspections of cable/fiber placement, cable/fiber splicing, and telecommunications construction work on customer job sites.

Job Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Travel (daily) to assigned locations and conduct site inspections.
• Inspect telecommunication cables and the work of field personnel and/or contractors/sub-contractors.
• Documentation and reporting of field results.
• Attend field meetings with field personnel as well as government agencies and construction contractors.
• Operate and maintain field equipment and tools such as laptop, iPad, height stick, camera, personal protective equipment (PPE), etc.
• May perform invoicing and manage work orders for subcontractor work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with OSP and ISP telecommunications engineering standards, construction techniques, and blueprints.
• Ability to work in a confined space and at high elevations (poles, hydraulic lift buckets, ladders).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.
• Ability to apply logical and mathematical principles and thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.
• Ability to edit documents and upload files into proprietary software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able and willing to work indoors and outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement.
• Must be able to work around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear.

Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations

• OSHA 30

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.