Electrical Inspector

WSP • Antioch, CA

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About The Position

WSP is seeking an Electrical Inspector for its Antioch, California office. Other locations considered are Rancho Cordova, Roseville, San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland. The role supports the Project Management/Construction Management Team and contributes to projects that meet client objectives and address their challenges.

The Electrical Inspector assists the Resident Engineer with inspection and documentation of contractor activities and applies construction inspection principles to report and resolve issues. Inspection work may include industrial and commercial electrical work; SCADA and PLC installations; traffic monitoring, fiber optic, highway lighting, and traffic signal systems; and other construction activities such as traffic maintenance, earthwork, drainage, utility relocation, storm water pollution prevention, roadway sections, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, structures, and landscaping. The inspector also reviews plans and specifications for constructability and prepares reports.

The position requires responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 9 years of electrical inspection or installation experience in the industrial, commercial, highway, bridge, or public works industry.
• Extensive experience applying the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials.
• Experience with Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual.
• Understanding of public construction contracts for the state highway system and local agencies.
• Ability to review and analyze construction drawings and contract specifications.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Ability to review construction submittals, request information, and respond.
• Ability to respond to and resolve field construction issues.
• Ability to inspect, document, and coordinate site work, including material testing.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to use a computer and standard software, including Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman industrial or commercial electrician qualification.
• Roadway construction inspection experience on highway or public works projects.
• Knowledge of Caltrans procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer with inspection and documentation of contractor activities.
• Apply construction inspection principles and practices to report and resolve construction issues and problems.
• Inspect or monitor electrical and related systems, potentially including industrial and commercial electrical work, SCADA installations, PLCs, traffic monitoring systems, fiber optic systems, highway lighting, and traffic signal systems.
• Inspect other construction activities as needed, including maintenance of traffic, earthwork, drainage, utility relocation, storm water pollution prevention, roadway sections, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, structural work, and landscaping.
• Review plans and specifications for constructability and prepare reports.
• Review construction submittals and requests for information, and respond to them.
• Respond to and resolve field construction issues.
• Inspect, document, and coordinate site work, including material testing.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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