Pipeline Construction Inspector - Gaithersburg Depot

Pipeline Construction Inspector I – Gaithersburg Depot

The Pipeline Inspector I is responsible for the inspection and reporting on the construction of new water and sewer main line installation, new and renewed service lateral connections, water and sewer relocation, paving replacement, and landscaping restoration. The Pipeline Inspector I ensures that all work is done in accordance with WSSC’s contract documents and procedures.

• Inspects water and sewer main line construction, new water and sewer lateral connection installations, water and sewer lateral connection renewals, water main rehabilitation including cleaning and lining, sewer and manhole rehabilitation, paving, sod, and landscaping restoration.
• Checks for proper water and sewer tap installations.
• Conducts and/or monitors compaction testing of backfilled soils during and after completion of the work.
• Observes safety regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment, follows and enforces recommended safety practices, and ensures required safety precautions are taken and proper traffic control is adhered to.
• Schedules water main shutdowns, locates and operates valves, performs chlorination samplings, and other items necessary for the execution of contract work.
• Advises contractors of deviations from the provisions of the contract and offers assistance to properly perform work.
• Approves materials on‑site for proper quality and reports defects.
• Has the ability and authority to reject materials and workmanship.
• Documents contractor’s activities and progress through daily reports, photographs and record sketches to document accurate payment and claim evaluation.
• Performs visual sewer main and manhole final inspection, oversees sewer air and mandrel testing, televising of sewer lateral connections, hydrostatic water main testing, and prepares reports of findings.
• Inspects restoration of areas disturbed during construction.
• Prepares and transcribes patch and sod tickets.
• Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business.

• Verifies grading and alignment of water mains, sewer lines, and appurtenances to ensure the work is done in accordance with the requirements of the contract.
• Serves as liaison with agencies (local, State, Federal), internal WSSC Water departments, and contractors regarding construction projects to ensure proper notification and procedures are followed depending on jurisdiction.
• Assists contractors with locating mainline pipes, lateral connections, through record review and use of M‑scopes or wands.
• Studies and investigates assigned construction project package (plans, job specs, permits, etc.) and reviews findings with the supervisor, technical contracts, inspector II and/or the project contractor.
• Prepares final house connection and field as‑builts for each job completed.
• May serve as a trainer for new inspectors.
• May act as supervisor, technical contracts in their absence.
• May be assigned to work hours outside of the regularly scheduled work week to accommodate construction schedules.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Generally a field position.
• Will be exposed to seasonal fluctuations in temperatures.
• Required to enter confined spaces (such as large diameter pipes, manholes, and vaults).
• Exposed to loud noise, fumes, odors, and poor ventilation that would require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment to mitigate these conditions.
• Must be able to lift objects that weigh up to 50 lbs.
• Work varies with task assignments and location.

• Practical knowledge of new pipeline and rehabilitative construction.
• Knowledge of soil compaction methods and testing.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and traffic control.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used in the construction field.
• Knowledge of basic survey line and grade practices.
• Ability to interpret construction plans and drawings.
• Ability to prepare accurate detailed reports of daily project progress.
• Ability to compute quantities of construction materials installed.
• Ability to interpret the WSSC Water Standard Specification and Standard Details.
• Ability to enter…