Utility Project Field Inspection Intern

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for planning a route and traveling to the inspection sites. Inspecting the construction of new equipment and cable as a whole. Take photos of the equipment to document the condition. Note damage or other issues with the equipment. Take notes about the condition of equipment and related assets. Coordinate with the construction teams to track progress of jobs. Communicate with engineering staff for status on completed work. Willingness to learn basics of telecom and GIS to be an adequate inspector of the project. Perform data entry tasks as needed. Complete inspection forms via Field Maps. Working within established policies and procedures.

SCHEDULE & QUALIFICATION EXPECTATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent, higher technical education preferred

• Maintain confidentiality guidelines in accordance with company policy

• Basic proficiencies with phone/computer/tablet

• Able to work independently under minimal supervision

• Standard Driver’s License required

• Has and can maintain good driving record

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Technical Learning Agility: Picks up on technical things quickly, enjoys the challenge of learning, adapts quickly when facing new problems.
• Quality Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, sees hidden problems and takes action to solve, looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers. Make good decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment.
• Action Oriented: works hard with enthusiasm and energy with little supervision, self-motivating and driven for results, uses time effectively and efficiently, follows direction given, provides necessary information to those who need it, gives priority to administrative functions
• Customer Focused: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, acts with customers in mind, does not walk away until an issue is resolved.
• Communications: professional and courteous, good listening skills, composed in uncomfortable or stressful situations, relates well to all types of people.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS HIGHLIGHTS (not an all inclusive list):

• Climbing ladders
• Lifting and carrying 35-50 lbs frequently, 50+ lbs occasionally
• Working outdoor in all weather conditions
• Walking over uneven surfaces
• Kneeling, stooping, bending, crawling, twisting
• Reaching forward, grasping, push/pull, wrist twisting
• Using computer, laptop, tablet and/or cell phone
• Neck motion (L/R and Up/Down)

Direct Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provider.