OSP Junior Project Manager - Farmersville, CA

Location:
Farmersville , CA.

Location Status: Work will be primarily performed at a designated field worksite location based out of a central Race Communications worksite. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations will be required.

Comp: $30-$34 USD per hour

100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits

Free Fiber Internet Service

We’re more than a fiber internet provider, we’re your neighbors, committed to connecting California communities since 1994. At Race, relationships matter as much as speed. We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine, people-first approach that makes every interaction feel personal. Our team operates like family: collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to making a real difference. When you join Race, you’re not just accepting a job, you’re becoming part of a team that values integrity, celebrates wins together and believes that meaningful work happens when great people connect with great purpose.

The Outside Plant (OSP) Junior Project Manager receives directive from the northern California Project Manager supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of fiber optic and telecommunications infrastructure projects. This role involves assisting in project scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The OSP Junior Project Manager works closely with senior project managers, engineers, contractors, and field teams to oversee construction progress, troubleshoot issues, and maintain project documentation.

Additionally, they facilitate communication between stakeholders, track milestones, and contribute to process improvements to enhance project efficiency and quality.

• Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• A valid driver’s license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory
• 3 years’ experience in the telecom industry, fiber deployment, or network infrastructure required
• Familiarity with GO 95 rules required
• Familiarity with Vetro fiber management
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications, Google Earth (KMZs), Auto Cad, Excel required
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed to meet project deadlines or address critical issues
• The ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication

• Proficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications
• Functional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software

• Supports multiple large-scale fiber optic construction projects simultaneously
• Ensures project deliverables are completed and submitted on time
• Supports fiber projects to keep them on schedule and within budget while maintaining accurate records
• Conducts final inspections and punch walks, creating punch lists and assembling close-out packages
• Manages line changes and in-field modifications, ensuring accurate communication with the design team to update network mapping efficiently
• Supports the process of keeping fiber network designs up to date by verifying field changes and prioritizing updates in mapping system
• Validates field data, identifies consistencies, and proactively resolves mapping discrepancies before project completion

• Assists the Northern California Project Manager in coordinating OSP support teams and contractors, ensuring smooth execution
• Assists in daily interactions with construction vendors, helping to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain project timelines
• Assists the OSP staff by helping to prepare purchase orders, review invoices, and maintain accurate as-build records

• Supports efforts to ensure OSP construction, maintenance, and repair activities align with industry standards and…