ICC Special Inspector

Kleinfelder Inc•Las Vegas, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for a qualified, responsible candidate for the position of ICC-Certified Special Inspector to perform inspection and testing duties on a variety of projects within the Las Vegas, Nevada metropolitan area. This role requires inspectors who are comfortable being actively engaged on construction sites performing special inspections and testing of construction materials in the field. The position offers a dynamic work environment, the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, and to be part of an industry-leading company. Kleinfelder is committed to providing opportunities for employees to use their expertise, grow professionally, and make an impact. The company recognizes its staff as key to its success and partners with employees to establish and achieve career development goals.

Requirements

0 - 3 years' experience in the construction industry as a technician or inspector
Radiation Safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge with soil density testing experience.
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1
ICC Reinforced Concrete certification
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
High school diploma or equivalent.
A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing.
Proficiency in preparing clear and accurate detailed reports of testing and inspection activities and maintaining work activity records.
Attention to detail, quality, and safety.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.).
Operate equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic nondestructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.).
Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces.
Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.
Able to obtain ICC Reinforced Concrete certification within the first three months if not already possessed.

Nice To Haves

Additional ICC Special Inspector Certifications (Soils, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel and Bolting, Structural Welding).
CCBD Approvals

Responsibilities

Perform field observations and materials sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, and roadways.
Perform testing on construction materials including, soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, and paving.
Write daily field reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents.
Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc. for strength verification.
Provide daily phone calls to Project Managers to inform them of daily progress of the project.
Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians.
Implementation of the Client’s Project Management Plan, KLF’s Quality Management Plan, contract documents, and the local jurisdiction’s requirements.
Contribute to building a high-performing team by mentoring and supporting the Owner’s team within the scope of work’s space.
Support the Owner’s quality team by consulting the project’s team leading effective cross-functional communication.