Field Utility Construction Inspector

Michels Corporation; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training investments

Family-owned benefits

Job summary

Mi-Tech, Services Inc. is seeking a Utility Construction Inspector to monitor and inspect gas, electric, telecom, and municipal projects. The role focuses on safety, plan compliance, and quality control across sites.

The inspector will read blueprints, verify field conditions, and serve as a field liaison for project owners, ensuring standards are upheld and accurate documentation is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in natural gas, electric, telecommunications, or municipal utility construction is preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding of utility safety practices, excavation standards, and damage prevention requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and utility maps.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor utility construction projects for safety, plans, specs, and standards.
• Act as third-party representative of the owner to protect public safety and project quality.
• Document findings and report via field reporting tools.

Skills

Utility safety practices

Reading plans & maps

Independent field work

GPS data collection

Tools

ArcGIS Survey123

Field Maps

Trimble/Topcon GPS

Job description

Mi-Tech, Services Inc. is seeking a Utility Construction Inspector to monitor and inspect gas, electric, telecom, and municipal projects. The role focuses on safety, plan compliance, and quality control across sites.

The inspector will read blueprints, verify field conditions, and serve as a field liaison for project owners, ensuring standards are upheld and accurate documentation is provided.