Outside Plant Inspector II Falls, Montana

Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation’s critical infrastructure. With over пл7,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility‑scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large‑scale power generation, critical power and energy storage assets.

The OSP Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of outside plant (OSP) infrastructure. By inspecting aerial, underground, and buried plant facilities and validating contractor work against industry and client standards, this role directly supports network reliability, public safety, and regulatory compliance. Accurate documentation, timely issue identification, and clear communication with internal teams and contractors help reduce rework, mitigate risk, and ensure projects are delivered to standard.

• Perform field inspections, audits, and corrections verification for OSP facilities, including aerial plant, underground and buried plant, and wooden pole ground‑line inspections.
• Verify contractor work complies with OSP Construction Standards and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements.
• Document inspections, audits, and pole transfers electronically and manually using printed spreadsheets when required.
• Utilize mapping and GPS tools to locate ENABLE, track, and document facilities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and clients via email and mobile phone.
• Track inspection progress, follow up on corrective actions, and elevate non‑compliance issues as needed.
• Manage time, travel, and inspection schedules efficiently, including short‑notice travel.
• Support construction contractor oversight, ensuring corrective actions are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Previous experience performing NESC inspections or hands‑on experience in an aerial cable line crew.
• Experience conducting wooden pole ground‑line inspections.
• Strong knowledge of OSP Construction Standards and National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software, including Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel (2003 or newer), and Microsoft Outlook.
• Comfortable using the internet and web‑based systems.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven time management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel on short notice.
• Experience inspecting underground and buried plant in addition to aerial facilities.
• Familiarity with mapping and GPS technologies; experience with Microsoft MapPoint 2009 or newer preferred.
• Demonstrated construction contractor management or oversight experience.

Base Pay: $30 – $32 USD per hour.

Pearce offers a family‑friendly, innovative culture with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA, paidkwal vacation, paid holidays, a company‑matching 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, professional development training. Company vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet and necessary tools and safety equipment are provided as required for the role.

At PEARCE, we are an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact. We will not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.