Perform field inspections, audits, and corrections verification for OSP facilities, including: Aerial plant
Perform field inspections, audits, and corrections verification for OSP facilities, including: Underground and buried plant
Conduct wooden pole ground-line inspections and assess pole conditions for compliance with standards.
Verify contractor work complies with OSP Construction Standards and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements.
Document inspections, audits, and pole transfers electronically, including: Inspection findings
Document inspections, audits, and pole transfers electronically, including: Required corrections
Document inspections, audits, and pole transfers electronically, including: Compliance verification
Perform documentation manually using printed spreadsheets when required.
Utilize mapping and GPS tools to locate, track, and document facilities
Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and clients via email and mobile phone.
Track inspection progress, follow up on corrective actions, and escalate non-compliance issues as needed.
Manage time, travel, and inspection schedules efficiently, including short-notice travel.
Support construction contractor oversight, ensuring corrective actions are completed accurately and on schedule.

Previous experience performing NESC inspections OR hands-on experience working on an aerial cable line crew.
Experience conducting wooden pole ground-line inspections.
Strong knowledge of OSP Construction Standards.
Working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
Proficiency with computers and basic office software, including: Microsoft Windows
Proficiency with computers and basic office software, including: Microsoft Excel (2003 or newer)
Proficiency with computers and basic office software, including: Microsoft Outlook
Comfortable using the internet and web-based systems.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proven time management and organizational skills.
Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel on short notice.
Experience inspecting underground and buried plant in addition to aerial facilities.
Familiarity with mapping and GPS technologies.
Must be located within 2 hours of Billings or Great Falls, MT.

Experience with mapping tools such as Microsoft MapPoint (2009 or newer) preferred.
Demonstrated construction contractor management or oversight experience.

On-site

Short-notice travel required
Ability to travel on short notice
Documentation may be performed manually using printed spreadsheets when required
Must be located within 2 hours of Billings or Great Falls, MT

Pearce Services is hiring an OSP Inspector II