Construction Inspector
LJB Inc.

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Description

LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm that provides civil and structural engineering, as well as geospatial, safety and environmental services. Our diverse expertise, client base, and geographies have enabled LJB to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

At LJB, we think bigger and are committed to improving the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees. Our geospatial and survey team includes experts in data collection, reality capture, GIS and asset management. We leverage the latest technology to provide solutions for project planning, management, design, and construction.

We are looking for a candidate to fill the position of Construction Inspector for projects in Ashtabula, OH. You will be required to perform inspections and tasks on the water utility company's waterline per the project requirements. This could be a great opportunity for those retired and looking for work on a project basis.

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review signed contract agreements between contractor and the water utility company for construction project guidelines.
• When renewing or replacing waterlines, able to check service lines for type of setting (inside meter or pit meter), whether it a long or short service and the total number of service connections.
• Complete a follow-up review of prints and a field check of all plans designed by the water utility company when engineering has been completed.
• Reviewing video tape of project prior to the start of construction.
• Attending pre-construction meeting and complete daily inspections of construction of waterlines including the water utility company lines, developer projects to ensure compliance with the water utility company's standards and regulations.
• Locating main line valves and verifying operation to ensure shut down.
• Perform observations on all large taps on the water utility company's waterlines.
• Verify delivery of all material when ordered by the water utility company to ensure accuracy of delivery. Along with checking materials out of the water utility company stock yard when picked up by the contractor and charging out materials from the water utility company stock to ensure accuracy of inventory.
• Prepare valve cards and hydrant cares and provide for numbering and placing on distribution map.
• Perform the filling of all lines, witness pressure tests, flush and sample for bacteria testing. Afterwards, deliver the samples to filter plant.
• Place a new main in service and notify the fire department along with local officials.
• Maintaining daily inspection reports, mileage reports and time ticks for every project.
• Ability to complete "as-built" documentation per the water utility company guidelines.
• Occasionally travel to other project locations within Ohio.

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR MINOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding of construction trades and installation work
• Understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.
• Desire to innovate and solve difficult problems from inception to final deliverable.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years of fabrication, installation and/or construction related experience, required.
• Experience with lead water line replacement and lead piping documentation is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug tests and MVR check.

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Interpersonal communication
• Results driven
• Customer awareness
• Collaboration

CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to make observations.
• Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

LJB offers competitive compensation packages, which includes paid time off, a 401(k)/profit sharing plan, tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility. LJB Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans/disabilities. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Note: At the current time LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB Inc. is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a LJB Inc. employee without a current, fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

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