Outside Plant Inspector II

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Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.

Impact

The OSP Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of outside plant (OSP) infrastructure. By inspecting aerial, underground, and buried plant facilities and validating contractor work against industry and client standards, this role directly supports network reliability, public safety, and regulatory compliance. Accurate documentation, timely issue identification, and clear communication with internal teams and contractors help reduce rework, mitigate risk, and ensure projects are delivered to standard.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections, audits, and corrections verification for OSP facilities, including:

  • Aerial plant

  • 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

  • Required corrections

  • 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.

Core Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 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

  • Microsoft Excel (2003 or newer)

  • 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.

• Experience with mapping tools such as Microsoft MapPoint (2009 or newer) preferred.

• Demonstrated construction contractor management or oversight experience.

Must be located within 2 hours of Billings or Great Falls, MT.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!