ICC Soils Inspector

Construction Testing Services; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Testing Services in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking an ICC-certified Soils Inspector with Caltrans project experience to support infrastructure and transportation projects. You will perform field inspections, coordinate testing, and document earthwork in compliance with Caltrans standards.

The role requires familiarity with soil-related specifications, specimen sampling, and reporting. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in varying conditions and maintain thorough

Qualifications

• Caltrans project experience is highly preferred or required.
• Strong knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans & Specifications.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, and CBC standards related to soils inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and grading plans.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of soil, grading, and earthwork operations on Caltrans and local agency projects.
• Verify compliance with project plans, specifications, Caltrans Standard Specifications, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Monitor excavation, fill placement, compaction, subgrade preparation, and trench backfill operations.
• Observe and document moisture conditioning and compaction testing activities.
• Coordinate with field technicians and laboratories to ensure proper sampling and testing (Proctor, density, etc.).
• Review and interpret geotechnical reports, plans, and specifications.
• Maintain detailed daily inspection reports, logs, and photo documentation.
• Communicate deficiencies and non-compliance issues to contractors and project managers.
• Attend construction meetings as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and Caltrans requirements.

Skills

ICC Certification

Caltrans Experience

Soils Inspection

Field Inspections

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Job Title: ICC Soils Inspector (Caltrans Experience Required)

Position Overvie

wWe are seeking a qualified ICC-certified Soils Inspector with Caltrans project experience to support infrastructure and transportation projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This role involves inspection, testing coordination, and documentation of earthwork and soil-related construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, Caltrans standards, and applicable codes

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of soil, grading, and earthwork operations on Caltrans and local agency projects
• Verify compliance with project plans, specifications, Caltrans Standard Specifications, and geotechnical recommendations
• Monitor excavation, fill placement, compaction, subgrade preparation, and trench backfill operations
• Observe and document moisture conditioning and compaction testing activities
• Coordinate with field technicians and laboratories to ensure proper sampling and testing (Proctor, density, etc.)
• Review and interpret geotechnical reports, plans, and specifications
• Maintain detailed daily inspection reports, logs, and photo documentation
• Communicate deficiencies and non-compliance issues to contractors and project managers
• Attend construction meetings as required
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and Caltrans requirements

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience on Caltrans projects (highly preferred / required depending on employer
• Strong knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans & Specifications
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, and CBC standards related to soils inspection
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and grading plans
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions