Sharon Burns
Ocean Isle Beach,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
OSP Inspector
Vantage Point Solutions
Mitchell, South Dakota
12.2022 - Current
- Inspected aerial and buried outside plant routes for Vantage Point Solutions projects.
- Verified pole conditions, clearances, and attachment readiness during field inspections.
- Reviewed conduit, handhole, and pedestal placements for installation compliance.
- Documented make-ready needs using maps, sketches, and site notes.
- Coordinated with engineers and utility contacts on field route revisions.
- Confirmed permit requirements and right-of-way details before construction starts.
- Recorded inspection findings in GIS and project tracking systems.
- Identified safety hazards and access issues during outside plant surveys.
- Supported design teams with accurate field data and route recommendations.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards when working in hazardous conditions.
- Reported any discrepancies or problems encountered during inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of all materials used during installations, repairs, inspections.
- Identified potential safety hazards present at job sites prior to beginning work activities.
- Conducted site surveys to identify any obstacles which may impede the successful completion of projects.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding installation issues or service outages promptly and efficiently.
- Installed underground conduit systems, aerial cable systems, manholes, handholes, pedestals, cabinets.
- Reviewed blueprints and diagrams of proposed installations to ensure accuracy before commencing work activities.
- Worked overtime to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
OSP Inspector
Hurley Electrical
Hazard, KY
10.2018 - 12.2022
- Inspected aerial and buried outside plant routes, ensuring compliance with project specifications for Thacker Grigsby.
- Verified pole conditions, clearances, and attachment readiness, contributing to safe and efficient field operations.
- Documented make-ready needs with maps, sketches, and site notes to facilitate timely project execution.
Education
Independent High
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Outside plant inspection
- Pole clearance review
- Make-ready assessment
- GIS mapping
Timeline
OSP Inspector
Vantage Point Solutions
12.2022 - Current
OSP Inspector
Hurley Electrical
10.2018 - 12.2022
Independent High