Inspector Trainee

RK&K • Nashville, TN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for individuals interested in the construction industry to join
the RK&K team as an Inspector Trainee. In this role, we will provide you with
all the training you need to start a successful career in construction
management with the opportunity to learn about earthwork, paving, utilities,
erosion and sediment control, bridges, culverts, surveying, plan reading,
materials testing, and so much more!

As an Inspector Trainee, you’ll have the opportunity to be outdoors on an active
construction site where you’ll observe the contractor’s operations such
excavations, utility installations, pile driving, concrete pouring, and
vegetation establishment, just to name a few.

If you’re a candidate who is eager to learn, motivated, dependable, not afraid
of the elements, and looking to be part of an exciting team, this may be the
role for you.

Requirements

• The successful candidate will possess a High School Diploma or greater.
• Previous construction experience is helpful but not required.
• Great attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal commination skills
• Ability to attend training classes, study independently, and obtain certifications
• Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate areas and volumes, and to convert between units
• Excellent driving record
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and ability to traverse unsteady terrain
• Candidates must also be trustworthy, responsible, dependable, and willing to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspection of contractor activities on an active construction site
• Daily record keeping, to include written descriptions of work perform, measurements of work performed, and photos
• Utilization of an iPad and client recordkeeping software systems
• Sampling and testing of construction materials, including soil, concrete, and asphalt
• Completion of testing reports
• Daily communication with client, contractor, and field project personnel
• Pursuit and completion of a structured two-year training program which combines hands-on, virtual, and classroom learning

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Career Development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Much, much more!

What This Job Offers

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