Field Inspector - Toledo

Position Summary

The Field Inspector's focus would be to assist the Horizon FTTH OSP Engineer in all aspects of deployment of Outside Plant in assigned markets. Responsibilities include ensuring the integrity of the extensive FTTH fiber optic network by performing various duties including confirming facility placement, and completing regular cable, equipment, or pole inspections. Incumbent must have the ability to communicate with contractors performing such work with a basic understanding of industry standards and construction of FTTH fiber optic networks. Field Inspectors are also responsible for properly reporting any issues to the FTTH OSP Engineer.

Essential Job Functions

Perform regular inspections of fiber optic network to confirm production numbers, ensure restoration is completed properly and satisfactorily.

Must be able to take concise field notes and be responsible for all field work and staking sheets, permits, ROW, and the final drafting of the field notes when required.

Must be able to make recommendations on all findings and needed changes (with supervision from OSP Engineer).

Must understand outside plant design principles, work order procedures, telephone industry standards.

Must have functional knowledge of PC applications and OSP record and/or computer aided drafting systems.

Perform other assisting duties as requested.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skill in operating personal computer, MS Office products smart phone and various software packages and Web-bases products

Skilled in basic safety principals.

Skilled in problem solving.

Ability to follow Corporate Standards.

Ability to communicate effectively with employees in a courteous and professional manner.

Ability to pay close attention to detail.

Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects.

Ability to effectively function as a team player.

Education and Experience

GED or High School diploma. Valid non-suspended Ohio driver's license. Basic computer skills.

Other Benefits: In accordance with and subject to applicable Company plans and policies you will also be entitled to participate in the standard benefits made available to other employees of the Company from time to time including but not limited to:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401K matchup to 4%

• Life Insurance
• 3 weeks of PTO time
• $50/month cellphone allowance
• $50/month Internet allowance
• 8 Paid Holidays and 3 Floating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Horizon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Horizon's Department of Human Resources.           

Physical Requirements

Heavy work: Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

Note:  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.