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OSP Field Supervisor - Romeoville, IL

Metronet, Lockport, Illinois, United States, 60441

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Overview

Love your Mondays again! Join the Future of Connectivity with Metronet. Are you ready to launch your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing fiber-optic powerhouses? Welcome to Metronet, where we don’t just build networks; we build communities. Job Summary:

Accurate and safe construction of Metronet’s network to our standards is vital to our success. Metronet’s OSP Field Supervisor is on the frontline. They are the boots-on-the-ground for Metronet. The OSP Field Supervisor ensures construction is built safely and to the required standards and specifications. Metronet values delighting the community in which we work, so the OSP Field Supervisor should respond quickly to neighborhood complaints and actively work to resolve issues. An OSP Field Supervisor will perform multiple roles throughout a typical day, including inspector, investigator, leader and manager of aerial and underground construction crews, ambassador to the community, and other related duties. Salary: $40,000 - $75,000 based on experience. Join us to discover what it means to love your career. Metronet is committed to delivering cutting-edge technology with exceptional customer care. We’re a 100% fiber-optic company providing some of the fastest internet speeds in the world, and we’re dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve. Metronet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran Friendly Employer. What you will be doing

Maintain understanding of our specifications, standard practices, and safety. Conduct walkouts and inspect aerial fiber cable placement on poles and splice points, as well as underground conduit and handhole placement for quality and correct installation per Metronet’s technical specifications and/or construction specifications. Approve all unitized completed aerial work to Metronet’s standards. Manage the OSP Construction Tracker. Monitor the approved budget for each assigned work order. Respond to utility strikes, conduct investigations, and complete documentation within 24 hours. Retrain 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 receive the training. Ensure aerial line contractors have a weekly safety and communications tailgate meeting with their employees and assist the contractor in scheduling periodic damage-prevention tailgate safety meetings in the language the employees are most fluent in. What You Need For This Position

A High School Diploma or GED; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be detail-oriented with 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 on potentially uneven ground with contractors. Capable of working in all temperatures and weather conditions, maintaining safe work zone practices. Excellent communications and diplomacy skills. Committed to quality and safety. Ability to distinguish between general audience information and confidential information and to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and recognize urgency. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (no DUIs or serious traffic violations). What We Offer

Competitive pay Annual bonus opportunity Annual merit increases Affordable insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) 401(k) company match up to 6% Paid time off Volunteer hours Perks and discounts Discounted Metronet service in our serviceable area Opportunities for advancement So much more! Metronet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran Friendly Employer.

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