Construction Inspector - Mechanical

Central Arizona Project; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Arizona State Retirement System - Pens

401(k)

Medical, Dental and Vision

Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disab.

4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule

Paid training & tuition reimbursement

9 paid holidays

Paid vacation & sick time

Wellness programs

Relocation benefits

Significant training and development

Public Student Loan Forgiveness-elig.

12 weeks Parental Leave

Job summary

Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336‑mile system delivering Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. CAP employs nearly 500 people who value safety and teamwork while pursuing an important mission.

The Mechanical Inspector will oversee construction contractors and CAP forces, ensuring quality control and compliance with contracts during new facilities, repairs, or third-party builds within CAP rights‑of‑way.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in crafts/construction inspection with 2+ years in a related craft.
• Apprenticeship program in mechanical/HVAC/plumbing or equivalent training.
• Must be computer literate and proficient with standard software.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and enforces contract requirements for all construction activities.
• Maintains daily contact with contractor representatives to review work and correct deficiencies.
• Prepares daily inspection reports describing progress and incidents.
• Accepts materials based on approved project submittals.

Skills

Construction inspection

Quality control

Safety regulations

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship program or equivalent

Tools

NFPA knowledge

ASME standards

ASTM codes

Job description

About the Pay

Note: The starting pay of $49.92 does not reflect the full range which currently goes up to $55.47 per hour. The compensation typically increases quickly within the first two years of successful performance and proven mastery of skills.

About Central Arizona Project

Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336-mile system that supplies Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. More than 6 million people rely on this supply. CAP employs nearly 500 people who enjoy a team-oriented and safety-focused work culture. The close community of a small company is driven to help fulfill our extremely valuable mission.

Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP.

Compensation & Benefits Package includes:

• Competitive Salaries
• Arizona State Retirement System - Pension
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability
• 4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule
• Paid training & tuition reimbursement
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Wellness programs
• No benefits waiting period
• Relocation benefits
• Significant training and development opportunities
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• 12 weeks Parental Leave

About the Position

As a Mechanical Inspector, you would inspect and provide oversight of construction contractors, Central Arizona Project (CAP) construction forces, or suppliers, and execute quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with contract specifications or industry standards during construction of new CAP facilities, repair of existing facilities or construction of facilities by others within CAP rights-of-way.

Some of the duties include:

1. Performs inspections and enforces contract requirements for all construction activities including, but not limited to, earthwork, structures, electrical, mechanical, coating, concrete, architectural installations, deep well drilling and cathodic protection installation. Observes and enforces CAP safety regulations. This position has a background and expertise in the Mechanical discipline and also handles the construction inspection and oversight on multidiscipline construction projects.
2. Maintains daily contact with contractor’s representatives to review work schedule, work performed, correct deficiencies, review “As-Built” drawings, and discuss ongoing and future activities to alleviate potential problems.
3. Initiates and submits records of incidents and unusual conditions affecting contractor activities, and using a computer, prepares daily inspection reports describing construction progress of assigned activities.
4. Accepts materials based on approved project submittals.

About the Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of crafts and trades construction inspection experience with two (2) or more years in a related construction craft.
• Completion of a state-certified Mechanical, HVAC, or Plumbing apprenticeship program; or the equivalent combination of vocational or specialized training and additional experience.
• Must be computer literate and competent in word processing.

Required Certifications or Licenses

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
• This is a safety-sensitive position and requires physical testing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Utility line locator certification.
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Familiarity with NFPA, ASME and ASTM codes.
• Ability to read and understand isometric diagrams, electrical wiring one line drawings and schematic drawings.
• Specific experience with large mechanical valves, HVAC systems, and/or plumbing systems.

Please note: Physical testing, functional testing, and drug screening will apply.

See the Mechanical Inspector position description for more details about job responsibilities, preferred candidate qualifications, working conditions and physical job requirements.