Utility Inspector

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Inspector provides inspection of the contractor’s quality of work in accordance with the client’s policies and procedures as it relates to excavation and installation on pipeline construction projects. The Utility Inspector works under the general direction of the Chief Inspector, who may assign additional responsibilities to the inspector as needed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 3 years of combined field experience in construction and regulations in the natural gas industry with expertise in areas such as electrical, structural, mechanical, non-destructive testing, welding, and instrumentation.
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to read, interpret, and implement the client’s policies and procedures
Ability to read construction drawings, alignment sheets and valve maps and translate to actual field constructability
Competent in 49 CFR 192, ASME 31.8, and applicable OSHA standards
Employment is contingent upon completing all applicable training during onboarding, including Operator Qualifications

Nice To Haves

Project experience with urban natural gas transmission pipeline construction
Experience or expertise in the following specialties: Corrosion / Cathodic Protection / AC Mitigation
Jack and Bore / HDD
Materials Management
Coatings
NACE CIP Level 1 (If performing coating inspection)
General Transmission Pipeline Construction
OSHA Competent Person
GASWCC Level 1 Design Professional designation
API-1169 Certification

Responsibilities

Right-of-Way Clearing and Grading.
Ditching, Stringing, and Bending.
Lowering, Padding, and Backfilling.
Road Boring.
Clean-up.
Being familiar with the approved construction drawings and the appropriate Company specifications and assuring the work is performed in accordance with those requirements.
Understanding the Contract document as it relates to his or her duties on the project.
Maintaining a detailed inspector's log book.
Completing and submitting applicable inspection reports that accurately describe the work performed on the project.
Taking proactive approach to safety on the job site and reporting safety issues to the Construction Manager, Chief inspector and Safety Inspector.
Planning and organizing inspection duties in advance.
Assuring that any design changes or material substitutions are discussed with the Construction Manager, Chief Inspector and that proper Company approval is obtained.
Keeping the Chief Inspector aware of any daily problems or anticipated problems with the job.