Disaster Recovery Field Inspector

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a Site Inspector to support disaster recovery efforts across the United States. This on-call role documents damages to public infrastructure and coordinates with engineers, facility representatives, and recovery specialists.

Assignments may be field-based, remote, or hybrid depending on project needs. The position requires 2+ years in inspection/related fields, strong data collection and communication skills, and the ability to travel on short notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in building inspection, construction, facility assessment, infrastructure assessment, insurance inspections, damage assessments, engineering support, architecture, construction management, or a related field.
• Experience collecting, documenting, and organizing field-based data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, mobile data collection applications, cloud-based information systems, and smartphone and tablet technology.
• Ability to work independently and travel on short notice as needed.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle records check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of facilities and infrastructure impacted by disasters.
• Evaluate and document disaster-related damages to public buildings, roads, bridges, utilities, parks, drainage systems, and other facilities.
• Capture photographs, measurements, observations, and site conditions necessary to support recovery funding programs.
• Document building and site-specific attributes using data collection applications and technology platforms.
• Verify reported damages and support validation of project information.
• Conduct virtual inspections using photographs, videos, engineering reports, GIS tools, and other available documentation when field deployment is not required.
• Develop clear and comprehensive site inspection reports.
• Review inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
• Maintain project documentation in accordance with client, program, and quality control requirements.
• Track assigned inspections and report completion status through designated management systems.
• Coordinate site visits with facility representatives, local government staff, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Explain inspection processes and documentation requirements to applicants.
• Maintain professionalism and customer service throughout project delivery.
• Facilitate resolution of issues encountered during inspections and data collection activities.
• Support FEMA Public Assistance and other disaster recovery programs through inspection and documentation activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, cost estimators, architects, environmental specialists, and grant management professionals.

Skills

Field inspections

Data collection

Communication

Microsoft Office

Mobile data collection apps

Cloud-based systems

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture/Emergency Management)

Job description

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a Site Inspector to support disaster recovery efforts across the United States. This on-call role documents damages to public infrastructure and coordinates with engineers, facility representatives, and recovery specialists.

Assignments may be field-based, remote, or hybrid depending on project needs. The position requires 2+ years in inspection/related fields, strong data collection and communication skills, and the ability to travel on short notice.