Substation Inspector

EDM International, Inc.•Littleton, CO

4d•$50 - $65

About The Position

The Substation Inspector/Observer oversees construction of contracted projects and performs daily on-site inspections to verify that work is completed in accordance with the drawings and specifications in approved project documents. This is a project-specific, non-exempt, hourly position with fluctuating hours. The inspector observes required testing and construction activities, communicates with contractors, documents inspections, reviews discrepancies with appropriate parties, maintains contract documents and permits, and supports a safety-conscious work environment. The role involves work in indoor and outdoor field environments, including utility infrastructure in remote and urban locations.

Requirements

Five years minimum working knowledge of substation facilities and foundations.
In-depth knowledge of construction principles and techniques, including construction specifications, drawings, and conformance requirements.
Proficiency with project-management applications such as Procore.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to perform basic web-based tasks.
Possess and maintain any necessary certificates.
Ability to travel and work in a field environment, including walking or hiking three or more miles daily on varied terrain and working in potentially harsh weather conditions.
Ability to perform physical activities including standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, grasping, and repetitive hand movements.
Ability to carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate weights up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate assigned equipment and vehicles and to work or drive safely in potentially harsh weather and hazardous traffic conditions.
Ability to verbally communicate and to see and hear within normal range, with or without correction.

Nice To Haves

Previous substation construction and inspection experience.
Journeyman Lineman experience.
Basic understanding of field mobile applications such as ArcGIS and Field Maps.
FHWA–NHI–132070 Drilled Shaft Inspector’s Qualification; helpful but not required.
ACI Concrete Field-Testing Grade I Certification or higher; helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Observe testing requirements for drilled pier foundations, slab-on-grade and monolithic foundations, access roads, yard rock, ground-grid installation, substation steel, and wiring.
Communicate professionally with contractors, providing clear, accurate, and timely information.
Create and maintain detailed daily inspection reports.
Review discrepancies with the appropriate parties.
Maintain contract documents, necessary permits, and updated drawings.
Ensure a safety-conscious work environment and initiate corrective action as necessary.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.