Watch Hill Technology Group is growing, and we are looking for experienced construction professionals who want to be part of building critical fiber infrastructure. We are seeking Fiber QA/QC Field Inspectors who understand underground construction, take pride in getting the work right, and are comfortable spending their day where the work is happening—in the field. This position plays an important role in making sure our customers' fiber network is constructed safely, correctly, and in accordance with project requirements. The Inspector will work closely with construction management, contractors, and project teams while providing an independent field view of construction quality and progress. What You'll Do Inspect active underground fiber construction for compliance with drawings, specifications, permits, and project standards. Monitor plowing, trenching, horizontal directional drilling, conduit installation, structures, fiber placement, and restoration. Verify conduit depth, alignment, placement, configuration, and location. Inspect handholes, vaults, pedestals, and other underground structures for proper installation. Identify construction deficiencies and document issues with clear field notes, photographs, and location information. Verify that deficiencies and punch-list items are properly corrected. Confirm installed quantities and contractor-reported production. Maintain accurate daily inspection reports and construction documentation. Document field changes and support accurate redline and as-built records. Identify conflicts between construction drawings and actual field conditions. Communicate quality issues and significant field conditions to project management. Verify restoration and general compliance with permit and right-of-way requirements. What We're Looking For 2+ years of underground fiber, telecommunications, or utility construction experience preferred. Knowledge of outside plant construction. Experience with plowing, trenching, HDD, conduit installation, underground structures, and restoration. Ability to read and understand construction drawings, staking sheets, specifications, and permit requirements. Ability to recognize good construction practices and identify nonconforming work. Strong field documentation and communication skills. Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, photographs, electronic reporting systems, and basic computer applications. Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions. Previous QA/QC or field inspection experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong underground construction experience. Must have a valid drivers license and submit to a background check. Work Environment This is a field-based position . The Inspector must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions, walking active construction routes and rights-of-way, and traveling between multiple crews and construction locations. Physical Requirements & Work Environment This is a field-based position requiring regular work in active construction environments. The employee must be able to: Walk and work over uneven terrain, rights-of-way, construction areas, and roadside environments. Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and climb in and out of vehicles. Safely move and handle field equipment and materials weighing up to approximately 25-50 pounds. Work outdoors for extended periods in heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, mud, and other changing field conditions. Travel regularly between construction locations and spend extended periods driving. Safely work around active construction equipment, traffic, excavations, and underground utility operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 50.0 - 60.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Wellness program

Work Location:

In person