Electrical/ITS Inspector
About The Position
Inspect electrical and ITS construction activities to ensure compliance with VDOT standards, plans, specifications, and contract documents Verify installation of traffic signals, signal controllers and cabinets, roadway lighting, CCTV cameras, vehicle detection systems, dynamic message signs (DMS), travel time systems, and RWIS devices Inspect conduit systems, pull boxes, foundations, poles, cabinets, wiring, grounding, bonding, and service connections Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, MUTCD, VDOT ITS Architecture, and VDOT Traffic Engineering standards Assist with signal turn-ons, system integration, burn-in periods, and final acceptance testing Prepare VDOT-compliant Daily Work Reports (DWRs) and inspection documentation using VDOT systems (e.g., Site Manager / iPM or current VDOT platforms) Coordinate inspection activities with VDOT project engineers, residency staff, contractors, utility companies, and local agencies Participate in project meetings, field reviews, and inspections Ensure compliance with VDOT Work Area Protection Manual (WAPM) and approved traffic control plans
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical, traffic signal, or ITS construction inspection on transportation projects, VDOT experience preferred
- VDOT Electrical Inspector Certification required or ability to obtain
- Thorough knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and ITS standards
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, wiring diagrams, schematics, and special provisions
- Familiarity with fiber-optic systems, Ethernet networks, and field communications
- Proficiency with inspection reporting software and basic computer applications
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
- VDOT experience preferred
- NICET Level II or III in Electrical Power Testing, Transportation Engineering Technology, or Traffic Signal Systems
Responsibilities
- Inspect electrical and ITS construction activities
- Verify installation of traffic signals, signal controllers and cabinets, roadway lighting, CCTV cameras, vehicle detection systems, dynamic message signs (DMS), travel time systems, and RWIS devices
- Inspect conduit systems, pull boxes, foundations, poles, cabinets, wiring, grounding, bonding, and service connections
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, MUTCD, VDOT ITS Architecture, and VDOT Traffic Engineering standards
- Assist with signal turn-ons, system integration, burn-in periods, and final acceptance testing
- Prepare VDOT-compliant Daily Work Reports (DWRs) and inspection documentation using VDOT systems (e.g., Site Manager / iPM or current VDOT platforms)
- Coordinate inspection activities with VDOT project engineers, residency staff, contractors, utility companies, and local agencies
- Participate in project meetings, field reviews, and inspections
- Ensure compliance with VDOT Work Area Protection Manual (WAPM) and approved traffic control plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
