Third Party Inspector

SPECIALTY INSPECTORS LLC•Bradenton, FL

1d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Specialty Inspectors, LLC is seeking an energetic, driven, and hardworking Third-Party Inspector to conduct daily field inspections and soil density testing for residential projects in an assigned area. The role involves visual inspections at various stages of construction to verify compliance with approved design plans, documenting site conditions, and completing inspection reports. This is a field position requiring travel within the assigned area. The inspector works independently across multiple projects while producing accurate results and meeting deadlines.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of construction-related experience.
Minimum ICC Building Inspector Certifications (B1 and B2).
OSHA 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain it within 3 months of hire.
Current driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to read blueprints and other construction documents.
Good understanding of residential construction materials and methods, including concrete, masonry, wood framing, and stucco.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to describe job-site observations in detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and clear, effective oral and written communication skills.
Good time-management and organizational skills, and excellent record-keeping abilities.
Professional and team-oriented approach.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and general computer skills including typing or browsing.
Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned area.
Ability to operate and use basic equipment, including hard hats, eye and hearing protection, ladders, levels, flashlights, tape measures, and similar tools.
Ability to work in extreme climate conditions.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and to walk, bend, reach, and climb in a job-site setting.
Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Responsibilities

Perform visual inspections of residential construction in accordance with client requirements and company standards.
Coordinate with the Operations team to update inspection status and support timely completion; inform the Operations team and clients of pass/fail results.
Perform soil density testing on compacted soils for building pads.
Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
Work with the Operations team and clients to establish daily inspection schedules based on inspection type, locality, and priority.
Assist with other inspection services and field materials testing as assigned.
Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
Escalate client concerns to the immediate supervisor for prompt resolution.
Coordinate with internal cross-departmental teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
Attend continuing education training sessions, including training required to maintain certifications.
Submit timely and accurate mileage, job costing, and other financial reports.
Monitor, review, and respond to email, phone, and voicemail communications in a timely manner.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and communication standards.
Maintain and protect company equipment and supplies.
Perform virtual inspections as assigned.