OSP Construction Supervisor (Broadband Fiber to the Home)
23 days ago
Tucson
Job Description NRTC is Member Driven and Technology Focused – providing solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated broadband, managed services, smart grid, mobile and video solutions. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. Job Summary OSP Construction Supervisor is the on-site supervisor of all inspectors of their assigned project. The Construction Supervisor is expected to provide guidance to lower-level Inspectors. They supervise the physical construction of aerial and underground fiber as well as any FWA buildings and towers and are responsible for interacting with construction contractor Supervisors. The Construction Supervisor assists the OSP Manager with meeting project timelines, customer expectations, managing the project team, and interfacing with the construction contract supervisors. Responsibilities * Project coordination including attending weekly meetings * Complete and manage daily Inspector scheduling * QC all Invoicing and Staking sheet documentation prior to releasing to OSP Manager * QC weekly construction totals and overall project completion * Effectively communicate with contractors any project needs * Effectively manage all levels of inspectors, contractors, and sub-contractors * Conduct and Manage Inspector training, queries, or concerns * Performs any other related duties as assigned by the OSP Manager to ensure effective operation of the OSP Department * Ability to seamlessly fill-in for OSP Manager, if required, in limited role * Provide guidance with engineered construction maps and assist in design change requests * Design fiber routes to include railroad, river, and highway crossings while working closely with the client and permitting team * Have a strong working knowledge of fiber splicing and Fiber Splicing Plans (FSP) when assisting clients with project/subscriber additions Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * OSP fiber construction experience with emphasis on rural markets * RUS and NESC guidelines knowledge * Ability to interact in a positive manner with internal and external contacts * Strong time management skills * Ability to set priorities, gather information, and pay attention to detail * Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills * Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills * Advance record keeping skills Minimum Education and Experience * 8+ years industry experience (external) * Supervisor experience a plus Physical Demands * Work is typically performed outdoors * Travel will be required Disclaimer: The above job description summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. The order in which responsibilities, duties and skills are listed is not significant. #zr Powered by JazzHR 3wg9jo6XJr Company DescriptionNRTC – Member Driven and Technology Focused NRTC provides solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated smart grid solutions, advanced metering networks, next-generation energy, grid intelligence, broadband, managed services, mobile and video. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. We are looking to add experienced staff to our growing company to help our rural cooperative members develop their technology. Our approach is to educate and support our members as we work with them through a consultative process. Mission NRTC provides solutions that help our telecommunications and electric members bring all of the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America Vision We will be our members’ most trusted technology partner Values Our members are our reason for being We put the needs of our members first. We focus on delivering impactful solutions to them. Our team is the foundation of our success We trust each other. We cooperate with each other. We unite to accomplish our goals together. Our passion is supporting rural communities We are dedicated to our members and the communities they serve. IDEA Committee At NRTC, we are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness in the broadest sense to honor our company values. We believe an inclusive work environment provides an atmosphere that allows all employees to attain their greatest potential and achieve the greatest benefits for our Members. The IDEA Committee is committed to furthering a supportive and welcoming workplace environment in which employees of all backgrounds and demographic characteristics can productively and cohesively work together. Total Rewards We are proud to offer our employees an appealing total rewards package including competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan, along with medical (with HSA contributions from NRTC), dental, vision, and short/long term disability insurance. We also offer 12 paid company holidays, paid-time off and paid training, as well as an employee assistance program, discounted wireless plan, and so much more. Growth and Development At NRTC, we pride ourselves in promoting from within and developing careers through our mentorship, Educational Assistance programs, NRTC University webinars, and a learning management platform. Most of our positions are posted internally first, where we give our existing employees the opportunity to elevate their careers. NRTC also provides a mentorship program that helps employees find experienced mentors who can lead them on their professional journeys. Our educational assistance program offers an annual reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year for educational costs to promote professional growth with continued education outside of NRTC. Monthly NRTC University webinars are hosted to educate our employees on other business units and departments. NRTC provides a robust learning management platform including thousands of courses for continued self-education. Transparent Leadership Our Executive and Senior Leadership Teams provide frequent updates with our quarterly “All Hands Meetings” both company-wide and within each one of our four business units. These meetings consist of important company updates, candid financial information, employee milestones, Employee Excellence Awards, special guests, IDEA updates and on-the-spot employee Q&A. To help encourage open communication, feedback and discussions, NRTC leadership also has an “open door policy,” and conducts numerous employee surveys which allows our employees to help shape the culture and future of NRTC.NRTC – Member Driven and Technology Focused \r\nNRTC provides solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated smart grid solutions, advanced metering networks, next-generation energy, grid intelligence, broadband, managed services, mobile and video. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. We are looking to add experienced staff to our growing company to help our rural cooperative members develop their technology. Our approach is to educate and support our members as we work with them through a consultative process. \r\n\r\nMission\r\nNRTC provides solutions that help our telecommunications and electric members bring all of the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America\r\n\r\nVision\r\nWe will be our members’ most trusted technology partner\r\n\r\nValues\r\nOur members are our reason for being\r\nWe put the needs of our members first.\r\nWe focus on delivering impactful solutions to them.\r\n Our team is the foundation of our success\r\nWe trust each other. We cooperate with each other.\r\nWe unite to accomplish our goals together.\r\n Our passion is supporting rural communities\r\nWe are dedicated to our members and the communities they serve.\r\n\r\nIDEA Committee\r\nAt NRTC, we are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness in the broadest sense to honor our company values. We believe an inclusive work environment provides an atmosphere that allows all employees to attain their greatest potential and achieve the greatest benefits for our Members. The IDEA Committee is committed to furthering a supportive and welcoming workplace environment in which employees of all backgrounds and demographic characteristics can productively and cohesively work together. \r\n\r\nTotal Rewards\r\nWe are proud to offer our employees an appealing total rewards package including competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan, along with medical (with HSA contributions from NRTC), dental, vision, and short/long term disability insurance. We also offer 12 paid company holidays, paid-time off and paid training, as well as an employee assistance program, discounted wireless plan, and so much more.\r\n\r\nGrowth and Development\r\nAt NRTC, we pride ourselves in promoting from within and developing careers through our mentorship, Educational Assistance programs, NRTC University webinars, and a learning management platform. Most of our positions are posted internally first, where we give our existing employees the opportunity to elevate their careers. NRTC also provides a mentorship program that helps employees find experienced mentors who can lead them on their professional journeys. Our educational assistance program offers an annual reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year for educational costs to promote professional growth with continued education outside of NRTC. Monthly NRTC University webinars are hosted to educate our employees on other business units and departments. NRTC provides a robust learning management platform including thousands of courses for continued self-education. \r\n\r\nTransparent Leadership\r\nOur Executive and Senior Leadership Teams provide frequent updates with our quarterly “All Hands Meetings” both company-wide and within each one of our four business units. These meetings consist of important company updates, candid financial information, employee milestones, Employee Excellence Awards, special guests, IDEA updates and on-the-spot employee Q&A. To help encourage open communication, feedback and discussions, NRTC leadership also has an “open door policy,” and conducts numerous employee surveys which allows our employees to help shape the culture and future of NRTC.