Construction Inspector - Watsonville, Ca

Tanner Pacific is currently seeking experienced Inspectors to join our growing team. We are an independent, construction management firm specializing in public works projects with a focus on water resources. Our projects help communities update aging infrastructure, turn wastewater into a renewable resource, and construct facilities that employ new methods of waste handling. Every day, we work with our clients to solve emerging problems and help create a sustainable future.

Job Summary

Inspects construction projects to confirm that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.

Essential Functions

Ability to work in a field office setting

Walk, stand, crawl, climb and stoop for extended periods of time to inspect work

Position will require work outside of normal work hours to meet project requirements and contractor’s schedule

Possessing an unsuspended and unrestricted driver’s license may be a condition of employment dependent upon work requirements

Other Functions

Responsibilities including but not limited to:

Observe work to monitor progress and confirm conformance to plans and specifications, construction and safety standards, verify levels, alignment and elevation of installations

Examine quality of finished installations for conformity to standards

Interprets plans and specifications

Discuss deviations from specified construction procedures and develop recommendations as required to maintain compliance

Maintain daily log of construction and inspection activities and compile progress reports

Document project progress

Position requires overtime work and work outside of normal work hours as necessary to meet project requirements and contractor’s schedule

Position will periodically require travel between project sites; it is the individual’s responsibility to provide their own transportation for such purposes, requiring an unsuspended and unrestricted driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• ICC certifications desirable
• Must be able to speak fluent English as well as write grammatically correct English
• This position requires a working knowledge of Office 365
• Knowledge of construction processes and the ability to read and interpret plans and specification is required
• Must be able to work both independently with minimal supervision as well as within a team atmosphere and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Resolves issues based on clearly defined scenarios
• Uses feedback to make and adapt decisions
• Inspection experience with mechanical equipment and installation
• Inspection experience with electrical equipment and installation
• Inspection experience with a variety of pipeline installation methods including open trench and a variety of trenchless methods (auger bore, HDD, microtunnel, CIPP, pipe bursting, etc.)
• Inspection experience with concrete installation including rebar and concrete materials
• Inspection experience with site grading, excavation, soil compaction, and compaction of various materials for construction site work and trench backfill for pipelines

Typical Working Conditions

On-site construction trailer or building where exposure to heights, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, heat, cold, dirt, odors, wastewater and chemical exposure and other construction hazards may exist.

Physical Demands

Must be able to traverse all areas of jobsite in all types of weather. This may include: walking, standing, climbing, crawling, reaching, bending and stooping for extended periods, to inspect work in progress and upon completion. Must be able to occasionally lift 45 pounds. Must be able to climb ladders. Must be able to enter confined spaces, with appropriate training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64.00 - $74.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Physical setting:

• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• relevant inspection: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Watsonville, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Watsonville, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person