EMPLOYMENT – JOB LISTING

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR I

NOTE: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list. In addition, they do not establish an employment contract, as employment with Sierra Tel is always at-will.

GENERAL SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the inspection of outside plant facilities and other various activities associated with outside plant quality control services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist Construction Inspection Specialist with all assigned outside contractor work order projects.
• Provide a high level of quality control for construction jobs.
• Visit construction job sites daily to review project and ensure construction and RUS standards are being met.
• Inspect construction sites daily to ensure that jobs are progressing satisfactorily and that safety procedures are being followed.
• Coordinate work with city, county, state or federal officials.
• Maintain daily, weekly and final work order inspection records.
• Monitor and verify outside plant inventory used by Contractors.
• Coordinate and verify the testing of newly placed infrastructure.
• Document all changes to project designs made during the construction phase and incorporate into the as-built records.
• Complete as-built inventory of plant facilities associated with each project and provide updates to as-built sheets and construction maps.
• Verify splicing has been completed in an accurate manner and that the network is ready for customer cutover, as applicable to each work order.
• Utilize as-built sheets and maps to generate final unit tabulations for each project and reconcile final construction cost for project.
• Review sequentials data with contractor daily, and coordinate weekly approval and sign off by both Contractor and Inspector.
• Ensure material slips and reels that are no longer needed are being returned to the warehouse at a minimum of weekly.
• Ensure conduit is placed in pedestals according to Company’s conditions.
• Execute change orders, as required.
• Provide and maintain data input to the Project Management Database for work order management, scheduling, and monitoring progress of assigned construction projects. Includes loading the system with Project Information, adding required information for Project scheduling, updating consumable product Sequential Usage/Installation, and creating reports for management review.
• Interact directly and professionally with customers and local and outside agency representatives.
• Work through customer complaints in the best interest of the Company while simultaneously resolving the issue with the utmost satisfaction to the Customer.
• Facilitate a positive working environment.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function of the job.

OTHER RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS

• Frequently visit construction sites during the workday to monitor quality and efficiency of work, safe work practices, and customer relations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) desirable.
• Five years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  • Experience in Outside Plant Construction Operations is preferred.
  • Solid knowledge and hands-on practice with RUS procedures is desirable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must have a valid Class C California driver’s license with a minimum of three years of driving experience.
  
  • Driving experience must have occurred after having passed a traffic laws and signs test.
  • If relocating to California from another state or country, must have, at a minimum, a valid driver’s license issued by the home state equivalent to a California Class C.  The employee will be required to obtain a California driver’s license within ten days.
  • Must be insurable via the Company’s standard auto insurance policy procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of
  
  • Company policies, procedures, products, and services.
  • Industry regulations related to telecommunications and the Internet.
  • RUS and Company construction standards.

• Skill to
  
  • Read engineering schematics.
  • Effectively communicate with customers and coworkers in English, verbally and in writing. 

• Ability to
  
  • Work professionally while under pressure and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Work effectively with all employees within the department.
  • Project a professional image in conduct, attire, grooming, and manner of speech.
  • Work cohesively and harmoniously with the management team and other departments.
  • Work closely with community agencies on community projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Wearing a telephone headset is generally required.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. 

SAFETY COMPLIANCE

Safety is an integral part of our business, and the responsibility for safety extends to every employee.  Your responsibility toward safety at the workplace includes, but is not limited to:

• Proactive involvement in the Company’s Safety Program, including compliance with all rules and regulations.
• Use safe work practices while performing all duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position regularly functions outdoors with exposure to inclement weather.
• The employee may regularly be exposed to diesel and gasoline fumes, airborne particulates, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other hazardous substances.
• The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to vibration.
• The employee may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The use of Outside Plant equipment makes hearing protection advisable, and protection may be required.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please complete the Application for Employment form below. Entries outlined with a red box are required. Save the form on your computer and attach it to an email addressed to careers@sierratel.com. It is preferable to include a resume and cover letter with the application.

For questions or additional information, you are welcome to call 559-642-0200.

This position is open until filled.

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