OSP Field Supervisor - Sterling Heights, MI

OSP Field Supervisor - Sterling Heights, MI

Job Category: Construction

Requisition Number: OSPFI
009963

• Full-Time
• On‑site

Sterling Heights, MI, USA

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Accurate and safe construction of Metronet’s network to our standards is vital to our success. The OSP Field Supervisor ensures construction is built safely and to the required standards and specifications. They respond quickly to neighborhood complaints, resolve issues, and manage audit and safety meetings.

• Maintain understanding of our specifications, standard practices, and safety
• Conduct walkouts and inspect aerial fiber cable placement on poles and splice points and the underground placement of conduit and handholes for quality and correct installation as per technical specifications
• Approve all unitized completed aerial work done to Metronet’s standards
• Manage the OSP Construction Tracker
• Monitor the approved budget for each of their assigned work orders
• Respond to utility strikes, conduct investigation, complete documentation within 24 hours, conduct retraining of the contractor or terminate them if necessary
• Conduct a weekly audit for each contractor of their safety, construction, and quality practices
• Identify contractor training needs and arrange for the contractor to get the training
• Ensure aerial line contractors have a weekly safety and communications tailgate meeting with their employees and help schedule periodic damage prevention tailgates safety meetings in the language most fluent

USD $40,000‑$75,000 based on experience

• A High School Diploma or GED; or 3‑5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
• Related quality control and/or outside aerial plant construction experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a deadline‑driven environment
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Works well under pressure
• Ability to walk long distances, and potentially uneven and/or less than ideal ground conditions each day with contractors
• Capable of working in all temperatures, climate and weather conditions while maintaining safe work zone practices
• Excellent communications and diplomacy skills
• Committed to and driven by quality and safety
• Ability to distinguish between general audience information and confidential information and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time and recognize which tasks are more urgent or require more attention
• Valid driver license and a clean driving record (no DUIs or serious traffic violations)

80% of medical premiums paid by the company, company‑paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) company match with immediate vesting. Discounted services within coverage areas and a locally owned, friendly, and fun atmosphere.

Metronet is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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