Ground Penetrating Radar Inspector / Lead

Encorus Group•West Seneca, NY

7d•$30 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for an experienced Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) professional to join the West Seneca team. The company is looking for a motivated individual to support and grow the GPR service line. Initially, the role will involve supporting both GPR and broader Mechanical Integrity field activities. The ideal candidate enjoys field work, problem-solving, customer interaction, and opportunities for long-term career growth. The company is a stable, supportive, and 100% employee-owned ESOP company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) experience required
Experience with utility locating, concrete scanning, subsurface investigations, or related services strongly preferred
High school diploma required
Strong technical aptitude and ability to interpret field data and drawings
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle for field testing and inspections
Willingness and ability to travel to client project sites locally on a regular basis and nationally up to 20% of the time
Ability to pass a drug screening, background check, and vision test
Physically capable of lifting up to 50lbs, standing for extended periods, working outdoors in varying conditions, and wearing required PPE including respirators

Nice To Haves

Experience in Mechanical Integrity Inspection, NDE, construction inspection, or related industrial field services is a plus
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction technology, or related technical discipline preferred
experience with reporting or CAD software is a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as the company’s subject matter expert (SME) for GPR services
Perform Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) surveys for concrete scanning, utility locating, structural investigations, and subsurface evaluations
Coordinate all phases of GPR jobs from initial quote preparation through to final completion, including defining and detailing the full scope of work.
Interpret and document GPR findings and communicate results clearly to customers and project teams
Communicate with customers regarding project setup, scheduling, site conditions, and findings
Build relationships that support repeat business and service expansion
Assist with field inspection and testing services related to Mechanical Integrity projects as needed
Support non-destructive examination (NDE) and related field services using company-certified methods
Prepare accurate field documentation, sketches, reports, and project deliverables
Read and interpret construction drawings, utility plans, and Process & Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) when applicable
Utilize software and field technology to document findings and generate reports
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, and follow all health and safety practices
Perform routine maintenance and care of GPR and field-testing equipment
Support additional Mechanical Integrity and inspection-related activities as business needs evolve