Distribution Utilities Inspector - Minneapolis

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About the role

Enforce safety, compliance, and quality standards across all project sites.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the basic federal, local, and company compliance rules.
• Maintain strong client relations; work with clients and other contractors in a respectful and knowledgeable way.
• Demonstrate good organizational and time management skills.
• Perform field observation including verifying and documenting federal, local, and company compliance.
• Inspect gas pipeline installation, joint fusion, leak surveys, backfilling, compaction, trenching, and restoration work.
• Monitor field activities for compliance with OSHA, PHMSA, state utility regulations, and client safety guidelines.
• Complete daily inspection reports using a company-provided iPad, including taking photos, filling out forms, tracking time, and entering expenses.
• Read and follow project plans and procedures.
• Track materials and quantities used; ensure maps and records are accurate.
• Inspect natural gas pipeline work such as digging, installing pipe, and backfill/restoration.
• Assist onsite crews with initial job setup, coordinate with road construction crews, review plans, and address customer concerns.
• Research records to guide crews and verify field measurements.
• Document pipeline installations with sketches, notes, and mappings for mains and services.
• Enter data and create as-built documentation using programs such as Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Use client systems to manage project information, data documentation, and communication with engineers, designers, and field teams.
• Help schedule special services, emergency responses, and verifications as needed.
• Complete required training including Operator Qualification (OQ) modules in a timely manner.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions are identified and coordinate corrective steps.
• Ascend/descend into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
• Move materials weighing up to 75 pounds periodically.
• Position self to access tools and materials in various locations.
• Traverse job sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
• Conduct visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
• May remain in stationary position for extended periods.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 1-3 years experience with construction, underground utility installation, locating, surveying, mapping, and/or design.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, PHMSA, NESC, and state utility regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of 49 CFR 192 & 195 regulations preferred.
• Familiarity with operator qualifications and polyethylene joining methods preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• AWS CWI or CPWI+V certification preferred.
• API 1169 certification preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in mobile technology (iPad) for reporting and documentation.
• Knowledge of DataFi reporting tools preferred.
• Microsoft Suite Products (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive).

Schedule

• Primarily field-based role; must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office as needed.
• Reliable transportation required; ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package for full-time employees, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
  • 401K with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Part-time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.