Construction Inspector

Zayo Group

. Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractual fieldwork including excavations, boring, hand hole placement, aerial strand and fiber cable installation, and restoration of work areas .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $28 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in telecommunications construction inspection, including adherence to California GO 95 and GO 128 standards, and possesses strong skills in reading and interpreting construction drawings and engineering work prints. Capable of managing project records, evaluating progress schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Telecommunications Construction InspectionCalifornia GO 95 And GO 128 StandardsReading And Interpreting Construction DrawingsProject Record ManagementSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Telecommunications Construction InspectionAerial Fiber InspectionUtility Clearance RequirementsBlueprint ReadingConstruction Management ProcessBudget DevelopmentField MeasurementsQuality ReviewsRegulatory And Permitting ProcessProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationTime ManagementCustomer Focused OrientationAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

ExcelMapping SoftwarePower ExperienceConstruction Safety Practices

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DegreeTwo-Year Technical Degree PreferredValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsUtility ConstructionOSP ConstructionContractor ManagementFieldwork InspectionConstruction Safety StandardsProject Management TasksThird-Party Stakeholders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractual fieldwork including excavations, boring, hand hole placement, aerial strand and fiber cable installation, and restoration of work areas
Schedule work and inspection phases with contractors, superintendents, and agency personnel
Advise contractors of violations and recommend operational adjustments
Ensure adherence to state-regulated safety procedures
Take field measurements to verify contractor billing and perform construction quality reviews
Maintain electrical and communication clearances
Recommend construction-plan changes for field conditions or project cost savings
Maintain project records including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, and pay quantity records
Evaluate and monitor progress schedules, prepare work orders, and monthly estimates
Upload documents and task advancement
Schedule and attend third-party walks
Manage release of materials
Review A&E deliverables, including structural documents, drawings, and 1As
Participate in the bid process and provide input
Advance PMT tasks and complete administrative tasks as needed
Assist the Project Manager and Construction Manager in their job responsibilities, working both in the office and in the field

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Degree or equivalent required
Two (2) year technical degree preferred
A valid driver’s license required
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications construction inspection, OSP construction, utility construction, or related field experience
Minimum of two (2) years of practical experience working under California GO 95 and GO 128 standards, including inspection and verification of overhead and underground telecommunications construction
Experience inspecting aerial fiber, strand, conduit, handhole, boring, trenching, and restoration activities
Experience reviewing and enforcing utility clearance requirements, pole attachment standards, and construction safety practices
Experience reading and interpreting telecommunications construction drawings, engineering work prints, permits, and as-built documentation
Experience working directly with contractors, municipalities, utility companies, and third-party stakeholders
Knowledge of budget development and execution
Knowledge of construction management process
Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Ability to direct and diagnose work flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
Customer focused orientation with a strong problem solving approach - strong interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Time management skills
Knowledge of wireless/telecommunications technologies and platforms
Computer support (excel and mapping) and power experience and troubleshooting
Attention to detail
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B or any other type of work visa, now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability plans
Retirement plans
Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave
Discretionary annual incentive plan eligibility may apply to non-sales roles