Inspector, Contracted Services Electric

MLGW • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Inspector, Contracted Services will inspect contracted and maintenance work to ensure compliance with engineering sketches, Division specifications, contract documents and local/national codes in Electric, Gas or Water Distribution areas or Street Repair. Electric - inspect Electric Distribution system, transmission system, tree-trimming, pole reinforcement/treatment, streetlights, private outdoor lighting and facilities location. Gas - inspect gas leak surveys and the installation of polyethylene/steel gas mains and PVC electric conduit. Water - inspect the installation of water mains and associated devices. Street Repair - inspect the installation of concrete/asphalt.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
• High School Diploma/General Education Development (GED) is required.
• 2 - 4 years journeyman level experience and knowledge of the Electric Distribution System or right-of-way line clearance inspection, depending on department needs is required.
• Must successfully complete NIMS training within 1 year of entering job.
• Must have an occupationally significant combination of\: ability to apply concepts and procedures in appraising contracted tree-trimming, pole treatment and line and street light inspection; ability to apply the techniques of Electric Distribution facility inspection; spatial aptitude to visualize three-dimensional forms and relationships in blueprints; ability to apply knowledge of legal binding terminology and documentary regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contracted work and materials to ensure an adequate quantity and quality of work is achieved; notify appropriate personnel of work deficiencies and safety violations.
• Assist in coordinating and directing work of contracted crews.
• Report the status of work in progress and completed work.
• Investigate customer calls/complaints; take remedial action.
• Examine and field check engineering sketches to ensure that the contractor is adhering to Division standards; make necessary field changes.
• Review necessary paperwork such as time sheets, damage claims, work schedules, balance material records with compatible unit records; prepare reports.
• Approve field revisions to the engineering sketches with the contractor; recheck contracted practices.
• Keep abreast of Division standards, policies and procedures, local and national codes and construction practices.
• May determine if Division is justified in trimming, topping or removing certain trees; seek permission to trim trees when contractor has been given refusals.
• Operate Division vehicle/radio and utilization of computer hardware equipment and software applications.
• Perform other duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees