Outside Plant Field Inspector- Fiber To The Home (Ftth)

About the Role:

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.

About Horizon:

Horizon has a long history in the telecommunications industry. From starting as the Home Telephone Company over 120-years ago to building a multi-state fiber-based network to server our customers’ current and future needs, Horizon prides itself on history, innovation and advanced technology.

When you join Horizon’s team, you’re not just receiving competitive pay, great benefits and generous vacation time, you’re tapping into our forward-looking commitment to technology and our decades-long tradition of excellence.

At Horizon, we practice servant leadership because our customers matter to us. Each person we interact with is treated as a true partner, and our customers experience our care regularly.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for career growth
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Up to Four (4) weeks of paid vacation
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual wellness incentives – Earn up to $850 per year
• Medical, Dental and Vision (HRA and HSA options w/ company provided contributions)
• 401k company match plus additional company contribution
• Potential for annual bonuses
• Life Insurance – up to 3.5x base salary, plus additional options to add family
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays

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 understand outside plant design principles, work order procedures, telephone industry standards.
• Perform other assisting duties as requested.
• Must be able to make recommendations on all findings and needed changes (with supervision from OSP Engineer).
• Must have functional knowledge of PC applications and OSP record and/or computer aided drafting systems.

Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills.
• Skilled in problem solving.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects.
• GED or High School diploma.
• Skilled in basic safety principals.
• Valid, non-suspended Ohio driver’s license.
• Ability to follow Corporate Standards.
• Skilled in operating personal computer, MS Office products, smart phone, various software packages, and Web-bases products
• Ability to effectively function as a team player.

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.

Horizon is an 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.

Learn more about Horizon by checking us out at the following:

Our Website: https://www.horizonconnects.com/about-us/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horizontelcom

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/horizon-telcom-inc-/

Twitter: Horizon Network (@HorizonConnects) / Twitter