Ferry Terminal Field Inspector

State of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Washington State Ferries (WSF), a division of the Washington State Department of Transportation, seeks a Transportation Technician 3 to support safe, reliable ferry terminal construction projects and ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.

You will inspect contractor work, prepare field notes and records, coordinate with ferry operations and other staff, obtain certifications, and contribute to project closeouts, while upholding agency values of Service, Growth,

Qualifications

• Ability to apply engineering and mathematical principles to construction inspection and data collection.
• Ability to interpret plan details and complete written forms.
• Ability to communicate technical information professionally.
• Experience using Windows-based computers and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document contractor work to ensure contract compliance and standards.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including field notes and logs.
• Inspect facilities, track material quantity and quality, and support emergency response.
• Coordinate with ferry operations, contractors, and staff to support construction.
• Obtain certifications and conduct material testing and documentation.
• Review plans and estimates; prepare change orders and update as-built drawings.
• Prepare project records for closeout and archiving.
• Uphold WSF’s priorities and values in leadership actions.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Field operations

Field reporting

Vehicle operation

Safety planning

Materials testing

Collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Washington State Ferries (WSF), a division of the Washington State Department of Transportation, seeks a Transportation Technician 3 to support safe, reliable ferry terminal construction projects and ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.

You will inspect contractor work, prepare field notes and records, coordinate with ferry operations and other staff, obtain certifications, and contribute to project closeouts, while upholding agency values of Service, Growth,