ICC Special Inspector

The ICC Special Construction Inspector is a journey-level position requiring the performance of more complex duties and the ability to work independently under the general supervision of the Supervisory Technician or location manager, reporting to the Project Manager and Project Engineer for specific projects.

You will conduct field observation, QA/QC, and testing services during construction phases of a project, as well as materials testing, to ensure constructed projects incorporate NV5 engineering recommendations and meet plan specifications.

We have on-call, part-time, and full-time openings!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Observes construction activities and performs testing and measurements with the direction of a supervisory technician, project manager, or project engineer.
• Observes work for conformance with the approved design drawings and specifications, NV5 engineering recommendations, and other approved documents.
• Furnishes inspection reports; upon approval of the project manager and when requested, to the building official, the engineer or architect of record, and other designated persons.
• Notifies contractor, supervisor, and/or project manager of problems and deviations from plans and specifications.
• All discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of the contractor for correction; then if uncorrected, to the proper design authority and to the building official.
• Provides complete and comprehensive communication with project management and other technicians to ensure the effective management of the project.
• Ongoing direct client contact arranging job progress meetings, materials testing, inspections, and related activities.
• Position may require travel to work with other NV5 office locations.

• ICC certification for reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, and/or fireproofing
• Caltrans certifications or testing experience
• ACI Technician Level I

Desired:

• CWI is a plus!
• AWS/CWI certification
• ASNT Level II experience

Experience and

Education:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an inspector or Senior Field Technician
• Nuclear gauge safety certification
• Demonstrates familiarity with construction job site conditions, problems encountered in the field, and proper procedures for rectification.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Electronic report preparation (Microsoft Office) and technical writing.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects and materials up to 50 pounds.
• May require frequent sitting at desk for extended periods of time.
• Frequent usage of verbal communication equipment (telephone, radio, cell).
• Frequently requires walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, turning, crawling, squatting on level and non-level surfaces that may be slippery.
• Repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties.
• Frequently write or use a keyboard to communicate.
• May be required to work outside normal business hours.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Must adhere to NV5 safety practices and policies.

The pay range for this California position is $30.00- $50.00 per hour;
Prevailing Wage will apply depending on projects. Base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose:
to shape and strengthen the physical world.

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