Construction Inspector II - Raba:Kistner (reno, nevada) in Reno, Nevada For Sale

Under immediate supervision, inspects construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, approved shop/working drawings, project documents and specifications in accordance with established procedures; reporting observations orally and in writing to direct report. Inspect construction activities in accordance with established quality procedures and evaluate compliance with project plans, specifications, shop drawings and other project related documentsPrepare and submit accurate, legible, comprehensive and complete testing and/or inspection reports on a daily basis in accordance with established quality proceduresReview plans, specifications, general notes and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned dutiesPerform field tests on materials and completed work using standard methods established by AASHTO, ASTM or other agency with appropriate, properly calibrated testing equipmentSolve mathematical problems requiring simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and raising numbers to exponential powers. Round to the correct number of significant figures, calculate percentages, read graphs, and use simple geometric definitions and formulasThe safe utilization, storage and maintenance of all documents and toolsContact assigned direct report for priorities and deadlines for assigned tasksUpdate of Direct Report on progress and delays on every task or assignmentSafe usage and maintenance of individually assigned company vehicle and field equipment including use within company policyCarry out assigned duties in accordance with established proceduresMeet directed priorities and deadlinesMaintenance of certifications at the time of employment or obtained during employmentCollection, preparation and transmittal of samples to laboratoriesOther duties as assigned by Direct ReportGraduation from high school or GED certification. Usually possesses 5 years experience in roadway, and related facilities, construction inspection or NICET Level I certification in Transportation Engineering Technology (Highway Construction). Related experience and/or education may be evaluated to substitute for on the job experienceShall possess a valid drivers license within the applicable jurisdiction and meet firms auto insurability requirementsTHE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ARE PREFERRED:Completion of Troxler Manufacturing or equal radiation safety course to utilize nuclear gaugesCompletion of State specific Technician Training and Certification Program (TTCP) for applicable testing/sampling procedures, or ability to complete within 6 months of employmentACI Field Testing Technician Level 1Successful applicants without the above certifications or training may be required to pursue successful attainment of the certifications. Related experience may be substituted with the approval of the clientWORKING KNOWLEDGE OF:Highway construction plans, construction inspection procedures, and specificationsMaterials testing proceduresBasic MathematicsSOME KNOWLEDGE OF:The State specific Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices or National Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices approved by the Federal Highway Administrator as the National StandardPersonal computers and the use of applicable softwareABILITY TO:Communicate effectively orally and in writing to communicate problems, status of work, daily reports, etc.Lift 60 lbs. Move 100 lbs.Work under exposure to inclement weather conditionsRead and understand plans, specifications, instructions, labels, reports, etc.Travel to project sites and maneuver over rough and uneven terrainPrepare and maintain records, files, and reportsMaintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel.Use hand tools such as sledge hammers, shovels and picksFollow verbal and written instructionsREQUIRED TO:Present a professional appearance to best represent the firmWear personal protective equipmentComply with all attendance requirements as noted i
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