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Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience.
Job Responsibility:
Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications
Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc
Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications
Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials
Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues
Adhere to strict safety standards
Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Provides clear documentation of findings and results
Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager
Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager
Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers
May assist more senior inspectors on projects
Maintains equipment and calibration
Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent
Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects
Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work
Report any safety issues or concerns to management
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred
Minimum 2-4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience
1 year experience in construction inspection preferred
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
Successful completion of related internal safety certifications
At least one or more certifications in the following areas: NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils)
NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist)
American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT))
Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager
ACI certification* in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, Concrete Strength Testing Technician
*ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field and laboratory testing is not required as part of the job level description
Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation**
**Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and soils testing is not required as part of the job level description
Nice to have:
Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology