ICC Or CWI Special Inspector

Concrete Inspector Job Description

We are seeking an ICC Special Inspector with over two years of experience and a certification in reinforced concrete. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with a geotechnical engineering or materials testing company. The role involves performing testing, inspection, and field observations during construction projects.

• ICC certification or ACI certification
• Concrete testing and inspection experience
• Materials testing experience
• Reinforced concrete experience
• Minimum of 1 year as a construction or concrete inspector with ICC certification
• Valid driver’s license
• OBOA or WABO certification or willingness to obtain within a few months
• Nuclear Density Gauge training and certification a plus
• AWS-CWI Welding with construction inspection experience a plus
• OBOA, WABO, ODOT certifications advantageous

• Perform testing on materials including soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, roofing, and asphalt paving.
• Inspect and review construction sites for compliance with contract documents.
• Coordinate and interact with contractors in the field.
• Write daily field reports documenting work performed by various contractors and indicating compliance or non‑compliance with contract documents.
• Coordinate with the department manager about the progress of projects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs to transport material samples and move a nuclear densometer.
• Expected to carry a nuclear densometer, weighing 25 lbs, for short distances.

This position is 90% field‑based, involving travel in a company vehicle to various sites around Portland. While travel outside Portland is not required, it is encouraged. As you advance in the role, you may be assigned to a single job site. The first project is most likely a medical center in North Portland. We offer a dynamic work environment with access to a continuing education platform, Udemy, and opportunities to gain additional ICC certifications.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 – $40.00/hr.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, 360 performance feedback, and paid time off, including 5 days of PTO and 5 days of sick leave.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

This position is anticipated to close on June 3, 2026.