Fiber Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Fiber Inspector with strong underground construction and OSP background to support a large‑scale fiber build. This role is ideal for individuals who understand boring operations, fiber placement, and fiber network architecture, and who excel at communicating with construction crews and stakeholders. This opportunity offers long‑term career growth, exposure to major infrastructure projects, and the ability to oversee high‑visibility work across multiple locations.

• Oversee underground fiber construction, particularly boring operations and conduit placement
• Communicate with stakeholders and project personnel to provide updates without requiring onsite presence
• Coordinate closely with construction supervisors to ensure timelines and project expectations are met
• Attend virtual meetings to review project scope, design updates, and construction requirements
• Provide daily and weekly feedback on contractor performance, progress, and any field issues
• Verify contractor compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Report safety concerns, incidents, or operational issues to management
• Review and verify contractor invoices, materials, units, and labor hours
• Ensure contractors submit accurate as‑built and redline drawings
• Support work order closeout, ensuring all documentation is complete
• Prepare and submit weekly progress reports and monthly production and issue logs

• Strong understanding of underground boring operations, specifically as they relate to fiber and conduit placement
• Experience with OSP construction and field inspection work
• Knowledge of fiber network architecture and underground telecommunications pathways
• Ability to communicate effectively with construction crews, supervisors, and project stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple crews across a wide geographic area
• Dependable, safety‑focused work ethic with strong attention to detail

• Experience with OSP fiber design or construction
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable, splicing workflows, or telecom construction
• Previous experience supporting large‑scale fiber infrastructure projects

• Opportunity to oversee a major regional fiber expansion project with long‑term career growth
• Work with multiple construction crews on a high‑impact build, gaining valuable field leadership experience
• Strong potential for professional advancement within telecom construction and inspection roles
• Consistent workload with clear reporting structure and defined responsibilities
• Chance to develop deeper expertise in OSP construction, boring operations, and fiber infrastructure deployment

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Meridian, MS.

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Meridian, MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.