Special Inspector

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Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work.

We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're a Special Inspector ready to ensure the quality and compliance of construction materials and projects through field inspections, testing, and reporting, and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You'll collect and test construction material samples, perform field inspections, review project plans and specifications, document results, and support project teams with accurate reporting to help deliver safe, high-quality infrastructure projects.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

• Obtain representative samples of construction materials.
• Review plans and specifications for project requirements.
• Perform inspection and testing for: rebar, epoxy, concrete, masonry, asphalt, and other items.
• Assist in the lab with materials testing.
• Provide accurate test reports and daily diary to be submitted prior to leaving the jobsite.
• Track time and supplies for the projects worked.
• Track training hours on provided documentation.
• Return calls or email within a reasonable time period.
• Maintain a professional image.
• Maintain assigned gear in clean and operable condition.
• Complete timecards and expense reports at the end of each shift.
• Assist with the Boise, Pocatello and Idaho Falls workload and surrounding areas.
• Complete all required safety reporting.
• Must have a professional work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Work in a cooperative and courteous manner with the public, contractors, supervisors, and other department staff.
• Able to work weekends, early morning, or late evening hours

• Possess physical dexterity to perform field tests, including lifting up to 100 pounds, repeated bending, twisting and turning, climbing (ladders, scaffolds and stairs), walking distances on irregular surfaces, and standing for considerable periods.
• Ability to maintain safety consciousness at all times while working, driving, and on moving through construction sites and around heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to tolerate and work outdoors in extreme climatic conditions.
• Ability to drive safely and main alertness in varying driving conditions, including poor road conditions, long distances, in heavy traffic, and among heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials including radioactive sources, dust, chemicals, concrete, and other industrial and construction pollution.
• Read and follow procedures.
• A valid driving license, with a clean driving record, proof of insurance
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, and random tests after hire.
• This is an entry-level, CS Technician Trainee position for new employees with little or no training or experience. Atlas trains these employees in the basics with the expectation that they will successfully complete the ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1, and Radiation Safety Training certifications within the first six (6) months of employment.
• Advanced understanding of construction materials testing.
• Basic mathematic and writing skills.
• Communication through phone calls and email.

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.