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Tillman Fiber · 3 months ago

OSP Compliance Inspector

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Tillman FiberCo is building a 100% fiber network to support the next generation of broadband services. They are seeking OSP Compliance Inspectors to review and evaluate Fiber-to-the-Home construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality assurance during the construction phase.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for reviewing and evaluating Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) construction projects, including: using the plan design against new build, span and drop replacements (if needed), risers, aerial installations, bonding and grounding of the strand (messenger), proper installation of any fiber-optic cable, splice cases and cabinets, splitters and XWDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing), underground installations (bores, vaults, and trenches) and MDU lockbox replacements

Perform quality checks on work completed

Perform quality checks on ongoing projects. Answer questions the contractors may have regarding design prints. Ensure OSHA standards are followed in the field (PPE). Ensure MOT is followed during field work

Responsible for verifying footage, path depth, easement adherence, sequential, and proper splicing practices are followed

Ensuring proper equipment and materials are used during construction

Meet with city/county/DOT inspectors in the field

Submit QC inspection forms in a timely manner

Meet with disgruntled homeowners to answer their questions or correct their complaints

Explain the construction process

Ensure property restoration is completed to standard

Meet with utility locators in the field and other utility representatives to address damages

Notify management of damages or incidents

Record any discrepancies between field and design prints

Clear understanding of fiber design, splicing matrix sheets and documentation requirements and ability to communicate that understanding

Ensure system compliance to NCTA, FCC regulations and Tillman FiberCo minimum operating specifications

Liaise with other departments as necessary to maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of new technology being deployed

Ensure constant compliance with OSHA safety standards

Preform Pre-Construction Ride out to ensure proposed project can be constructed as designed. To include Cabinet locations, Tree Trimming, Aerial Pole Line verification, Bore Rig placement and any other hazards that could potentially Roadblock Construction

Perform construction inspections for quality control in accordance with Tillman FiberCo’s Technical Quality Assurance (TQA) standards

Maintain accurate records (As Built) as project progresses through the construction phase

Verify that property restoral is consistent with Tillmans FiberCo’s standard practice

Operate test equipment as needed to verify optical levels are set as designed

Document (in still image and/or video) that aerial construction, underground vaults, and cabinets have been built and installed as specified by customer

Prepare work orders to resolve any element in the plant that does not meet specifications

Communicate with Project Manager or designated Supervisor regarding concerns about construction progress

Ability to work weekends or a second shift as the business needs dictate

Perform emergency locates as necessary

Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable such as Traffic Control

Know, understand, and follow company policies

Perform other duties as requested by supervisor

Qualification

OSP construction experienceFiber optic knowledgeBlueprint readingNational Electric Code knowledgeMeasuring skillsTest equipment operationCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Five (5) years of experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the outside plant (OSP) that supports telecommunications services (Telephone, CATV, and High- Speed Internet)

Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight forward, and professional manner

Knowledge of F.O.A, N.E.C and N.E.S. C. for communications for outside plant and construction practice and inside and around buildings

Ability to read general system layouts from blueprints and system maps

Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices

Ability to take and produce clear and sharp photographic and video documentation of work performed in the field

Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires

Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position (e.g. signal level meters, ohm meters, etc.)

Ability to work while standing 50-70% of the time

Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Electrical Safety Code

Ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check is required

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities

Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.

401k plan with company match

Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays annually

Paid parental leave.

Employee Recognition Program

Company

Tillman Fiber

Tillman FiberCo LLC will build and operate a 100% Fiber to the Premise (FTTP) network to deliver industry leading symmetrical gigabit broadband internet access and services to residential and commercial customers.

Founded in 2021

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees