OSP Inspector- Underground Utilities

Columbus OSP Inspector (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Columbus, OH

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay Range: Up to $30 per hour (based on experience)

Vehicle Provided: Yes

Work Environment: 100% Field-Based (Local)

About the Role

We are seeking OSP Inspectors to support a major fiber expansion initiative for a leading fiber provider. This program focuses on building new underground fiber routes to data centers, enabling next-generation connectivity and high-capacity infrastructure for enterprise clients.

Your primary responsibility will be documenting construction progress and site conditions using an iPad—capturing photos, noting issues, and sharing updates with the project team.

Key Responsibilities

+ Take clear, detailed photos of underground fiber construction activities and site conditions.

+ Upload and share images daily to provide visibility for remote project teams.

+ Record concise notes on progress, issues, and compliance with construction plans.

+ Communicate any concerns promptly to the Construction Manager.

Required Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior experience in utility or construction inspection (OSP experience ideal but not required).

+ Strong preference for underground utility experience (boring, trenching, conduit placement).

+ Ability to use an iPad or similar device for photo documentation and reporting.

+ Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and traveling locally.

Employee Value Proposition

Join a team delivering high-speed fiber connectivity to critical data centers as part of a transformative infrastructure program. As an OSP Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate field visibility and quality execution—with a clear path to career advancement through a contract-to-hire opportunity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.