CEI Inspector

TTL • Nashville, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

TTL is seeking a CEI Inspector to support roadway construction inspection, materials sampling, inspection, and testing on projects throughout Tennessee. The role involves monitoring and documenting roadway and bridge construction activities, including grading, asphalt and concrete work, utilities, and subgrade materials. The position is based in Knoxville, Tennessee, and pays $27–$32 per hour plus overtime, depending on experience and certifications. The role is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma.
• At least 2 years of experience providing construction engineering inspection services on TDOT or TDOT Local Programs projects.
• Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in SiteManager.
• Sufficient stamina to work outdoors in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to lift and/or carry more than 30 pounds over varying terrain.
• Required certifications: 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Work Zone Safety Certification.

Nice To Haves

• TDOT HMA Certified Roadway Technician certification.
• TDOT Asphalt Plant Technician certification.
• TDOT Certified Concrete Technician or ACI Grade 1 certification.
• TDOT Hazardous Materials, APGNA Nuclear Gauge Safety, or equivalent certification.
• TDOT Soils and Aggregate Technician or equivalent certification.
• Preferred certifications can be obtained once employed at TTL.
• Experience managing CEI projects and supervising inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, observe, and record daily work on roadway and bridge construction projects.
• Follow proper procedures and perform accurate computations.
• Maintain cordial relationships with coworkers, clients, and contractors.
• Inspect and monitor grading operations, asphalt and concrete work, utilities, subgrade materials, and other roadway or bridge construction operations.
• Support construction engineering inspection, materials sampling, inspection, and testing on projects throughout Tennessee.

Benefits

• Robust health and dental plan.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED