Field Utility Construction Inspector: Safety & Compliance

Michels Corporation; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mi-Tech Services, Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a Utility Construction Inspector to monitor and inspect utility construction projects across gas, electric, telecom, and municipal infrastructure.

You will ensure adherence to safety regulations, approved plans, and standards while protecting public safety and project quality. The role requires the ability to read and interpret construction plans and maps, with familiarity in field reporting and mobile tools preferred.

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 across gas, electric, telecom, and municipal work.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations, plans, specifications, and standards.
• Act as a third-party representative to protect public safety and project quality.

Skills

Utility construction knowledge

Safety practices

Read construction plans

Independent field work

GPS device familiarity

Tools

ArcGIS Survey123

ArcGIS Field Maps

Trimble/Topcon instruments

Job description

Mi-Tech Services, Inc. in Davenport, IA is seeking a Utility Construction Inspector to monitor and inspect utility construction projects across gas, electric, telecom, and municipal infrastructure.

You will ensure adherence to safety regulations, approved plans, and standards while protecting public safety and project quality. The role requires the ability to read and interpret construction plans and maps, with familiarity in field reporting and mobile tools preferred.