OSP - ISP Inspector 1

Network Connex•Manassas, VA

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The OSP/ISP Inspector 1 must have a great deal of drive, motivation, discipline, confidence, and the ability to work independently. You must be deadline-oriented with strong assessment and planning skills along with knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, OSHA safety standards, right of way, and permit acquisition. Well-versed in OSP/ISP industry standards and adheres to project-specific, local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Proficient with as-built schematics, dry utility plans, plats, and diagrams.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Outside and Inside plant engineering, design, planning, maintenance, and installation.
Possess a Bachelor's degree, technical college diploma, or equivalent years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Previous project planning, scheduling, and management experience desired.

Responsibilities

Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project.
Prepare and update site status reports, databases, and project forecast reports.
Field survey and engineering of proposed fiber route, collecting data necessary to complete pole attachment applications, and/or buried installation applications.
Responsible for fiber network design characteristics to meet client requirements, including but not limited to fiber assignments, splice placement, address validation, logical schematics, and fiber optic component assessment.
Aerial and underground make ready surveys; outside/inside plant route selection and verification.
Submit permits and follow up on any jurisdictional and other agency permits.
Identify essential materials and tools to carry out the scope of work.
Perform and/or supervise a feasibility walk to determine whether the proposed route may be properly constructed according to quality and technical standards.
Assist in developing new business opportunities with clients.
Provide input and assistance in investigating and creating new techniques and methods that may increase the Company’s efficiency.
Incorporate cutting edge applications to arrive at the desired result on projects.
Alert supervisor of any issues that may affect client relations. Provide recommendations for solutions.
When opportunities arise, assist with the development of new business opportunities with clients.
Readiness to rotate between projects and clients to help the organization meet deliverables and goals.
Other duties as assigned.