Outside Plant Field Inspector

Job overview

The Outside Plant Field Inspector role is onsite in Iron Mountain, MI, with travel throughout the assigned service area; compensation is not specified. Michigan Broadband Services is expanding its telecommunications network. The inspector oversees outside plant construction in the field, checking installations and work progress against safety protocols, engineering plans, timelines, and regulatory requirements. Accurate inspections, coordination, and reporting help keep network construction compliant and on schedule.

What you'll do

• Conduct daily onsite evaluations of construction crews and contractors
• inspect underground facility installations for placement depth, cable labeling, and infrastructure accuracy
• track progress against safety requirements, engineering plans, and standards
• support field logistics and scheduling
• maintain inspection logs and site records
• resolve construction or staking conflicts by interpreting schematics
• perform quality-control reviews
• coordinate with landholders, permitting offices, subcontractors, and internal teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

outside plant field inspector

iron mountain mi

onsite

full-time

telecommunications construction

underground facilities

field inspections

engineering drawings

quality control

safety compliance

travel required

michigan broadband services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with employer matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance, paid time off and holidays, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Travel throughout the assigned service area is required, up to 100%. Overtime may be needed to meet project demands.

About the employer

Michigan Broadband Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Wired Telecommunications Carriers. Sector: 51.