Special Inspector - ICC Certified

Overview

Inspect and test construction materials on large infrastructure projects

Key Responsibilities

• material testing
• sample casting
• equipment operation
• field reporting
• quality assurance
• team mentoring

Tasks

-Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.). -Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc. for strength verification. -Perform testing on construction materials including, soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, and paving. -Contribute to building a high-performing team by mentoring and supporting the Owner’s team within the scope of work’s space. -Implementation of the Client’s Project Management Plan, KLF’s Quality Management Plan, contract documents, and the local jurisdiction’s requirements. -Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces. -Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians. -Support the Owner’s quality team by consulting the project’s team leading effective cross-functional communication. -Operate equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic nondestructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.). -Perform field observations and materials sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, and roadways. -Provide daily phone calls to Department Manager to inform of daily progress of the project. -Write daily field reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents. -Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.

Requirements

• ifc certificate
• icc certifications
• aci grade1
• aws cwi
• ms office
• 5+ yrs

What You Bring

-IFC Special Inspector Premier Certificate. -At least five ICC Special Inspection Certifications -ICC Special Inspector Certifications (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Steel and Bolting, Structural Welding). -At least three ICC Special Inspection Certifications -At least six ICC Special Inspection Certifications -Attention to detail, quality, and safety. -SC DLLR Special Inspector Registration. -Authorization to work in the United States. -A minimum of 2 years' experience in the construction industry as a technician or inspector -Proficiency in preparing clear and accurate detailed reports of testing and inspection activities and maintaining work activity records. -ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1. -ICC Soils Special Inspector or NICET Level II - Construction Materials Testing Soils. -5+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience. -8+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience. -Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.); -Use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). -High school diploma or equivalent. -Valid driver's license and clean driving record. -Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing. -10+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience. -Radiation Safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge with soil density testing experience. -American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).

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Benefits

-Competitive Wages; -Employee referral bonuses; -Career advancement opportunities with one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry. -Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, & life insurance; HSA & FSA; 401K; paid holidays; and paid time off (PTO);

About Kleinfelder

-Expanded over decades into a multi-disciplinary professional services firm spanning engineering, design, environmental and construction management. -Headquartered in San Diego. -Specializes in projects across energy, transportation, water, facilities and federal markets. -Typical work ranges from dam and levee design to airport, rail, road infrastructure and power/O&G developments. -Engaged in standout assignments—such as post-flood forensic studies for municipal authorities. -In recent years, absorbed regional firms like Veenstra & Kimm to strengthen Midwestern presence.

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