Fiber Construction Inspector

Responsibilities

• Work both in an office and field environment supporting the management of construction activities for aerial, buried & underground fiber optic cable facilities.
• Work on-site with the crews daily (in varied weather conditions).
• Ensure correct depths of facilities, placement, take sequential numbers (numbers every two feet stamped into cabling), and that the correct number of pedestals/handholes, among other things, are installed and in the desired locations.
• Measure and record installed quantities on a regular basis in coordination with multiple construction crews.
• Manage and drive quality standards in accordance with project specifications.
• Operate and maintain field equipment and tools such as GNSS surveying unit, laptop, height stick, camera, personal protective equipment (PPE), etc.
• Communicate effectively and daily with project managers, engineers, drafters and administrative personnel.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.
• Identify construction conflicts or proposed changes and develop solutions in conjunction with design engineers and project manager.
• Provide quality control to ensure construction/engineering standards/specifications are adhered to;
• Interact with landowners, permit agencies, as well as other company departments may be required to perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• Individual must be available to mobilize when scheduled and must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) dating back 7 years.
• Ability to work in adverse settings and climatic conditions.
• Skilled at managing assigned tasks with little supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Able to stand, bend, squat, walk, move, lift, and carry equipment (>20lb) for the duration of the workday.
• Basic knowledge of telecommunication and/or electrical distribution systems, engineering principles, constructability and design standards is a plus.
• Must be able to read schematics, maps, and work prints (staking sheets).
• Previous experience with GIS, CAD or LiDar is a plus but not required.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills, strong organizational skills, high level of integrity, and strong team player.
• Communicate ideas for improving field processes with a positive and constructive attitude, and for developing this attitude in others.
• Keep the project manager informed about project status and issues regarding constructability and progress as well as issues that could affect client relations.
• Travel is required up to 80%.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

TEP Engineering Canada offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, RRSP with company match, and a relaxed, fun environment.