CEI Inspector Aid

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an entry-level inspector to support senior staff on highway and bridge inspection projects. The role involves routine calculations, inspections of construction processes and materials, and basic administrative duties.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to pass GDOT certifications within 6 months. Onsite work in Georgia with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Some knowledge of surveying, highway construction, or design is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and inspection procedures.
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles per Georgia law.

Responsibilities

• Support higher level inspectors and engineers on highway and bridge construction inspection tasks.
• Perform routine inspections of construction processes and materials for contract compliance.
• Inspect truck load tickets, borrow material, and asphaltic concrete at project sites.
• Conduct simple materials sampling, inspection and testing, and perform contract administrative duties.

Skills

Surveying knowledge

Highway construction knowledge

Mathematical functions

Reading construction plans

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email / Internet

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

This is entry level inspector work supporting higher level inspectors and engineers on assignments relating to highway and bridge construction inspection. Work is generally performed under technical and administrative supervision and may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Employee will perform a range of routine and standardized work including, but not limited to, manual and/or electronic calculations, computations, and inspections of construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract. Employee will inspect truck load tickets for roadway aggregate base course; borrow material and asphaltic concrete at project field sites. Employee will perform a variety of simple materials sampling, inspection and/or testing. Employee will perform contract administrative duties, which may include field measurements of pay item quantities, project close-out, as well as other Department required documentation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Some knowledge of surveying, highway construction or design. General knowledge of mathematical functions. Skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators. Ability to read and interpret such things as construction plans, contract provisions, and inspection procedures, and good communications ability. Shall be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with Georgia Law.

Here's what you'll need

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Skill in use of computers (i.e., Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet). Preferred: Knowledge of surveying, highway construction, or design.
• One (1) year transportation experience; or equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.
• Ability to pass GDOT certifications within 6 months of hire and pass group 1 GDOT ESDT within 6 months of hire.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about

• Your health.
• Your well‑being.
• Your security.
• Your future.
• Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $52,000.00 to $56,160.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Location and Hours

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.