Utility Inspector

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with utility customers and/or customer contractors to coordinate and schedule pre- and post-construction inspections
• Capable of inspecting all facets of ECDA digs and assessments including excavation, direct examination, coating and backfilling.
• Understanding the ECDA process and the associated testing/ reporting.
• Respond to inspection requests with as little as two (2) business days’ notice, recognizing the safety and constructability concerns associated with open trenches.
• Verify installations comply with Electric and Gas Company Standards, project-specific drawings, and specifications.
• Work independently in the field while maintaining clear communication with utility supervisors and engineering staff.

Documentation and reporting

• Complete an inspection report for each site visit, including a checklist of items reviewed and supporting photographs.
• Maintain a running deficiency tracking log and distribute updates weekly to engineering staff.
• Tracking logs will include, at a minimum: project name, work order, inspection date, inspector, deficiency noted, engineer name, and status.
• Notify the utility supervisor directly via phone or email when deficiencies are identified in the field.

Minimum Requirements

• Prior experience inspecting gas utility construction, particularly trenching and conduit installations.
• Working knowledge of gas utility construction standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respond to short-notice inspection requests.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor field environments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.