Inspector

Summit Utilities; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Summit Utilities, Inc. in Arkansas seeks a Contract Services Inspector to oversee fieldwork conducted by outside contractors, ensuring all activities meet company standards, specifications, and schedules. The role includes inspecting gas mains, service lines, and meter-related work for compliance.

Required are a high school diploma or GED and at least seven years of gas-related construction experience. Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects, either

Qualifications

• Seven years of gas-related construction experience required.
• Ability to inspect and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Competence in coordinating with contractors and SAP processes.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect contractor work to ensure conformance with standards.
• Plan projects and ensure compliance; may assign and complete SAP work orders.
• Verify billed amounts and approve contractor/vendor charges.
• Schedule and inspect work performed by contractor crews; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gas-related construction experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summit Utilities

Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. Our recognitions include Best Places to Work in Maine (2019–2025); Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025); Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022–2025); Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026); Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025); Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023); and, most recently, Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026).

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Contract Services Inspector, you will plan, coordinate, and inspect the fieldwork performed by outside contractors with the objective of assuring that work conforms to company standards, specifications, and schedules. Work includes but is not limited to installation, operation, repair of gas mains and service lines and service-related work that is performed at the customer’s meters.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and inspect all phases of work performed by contractors to assure conformance with company standards and procedures. Interpret blueprints and drawings of work to be performed.
• Plan projects and ensure compliance; may assign and complete work orders in SAP.
• Verify billed amounts and approves contractor/vendor charges.
• Schedule and inspect work performed by one or more contract crews Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school or GED
• Minimum of seven (7) years of gas-related construction experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and meticulous analytical capability
• Strong ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects successfully while maintaining an even-keel approach and commitment to deadlines.
• Able to certify and wear personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hard-hat, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs on a daily basis.
• Able to exert routine physical effort on a regular basis.
• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to use a PC keyboard to input data into completed work orders.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Utilize company’s mapping system effectively.
• Able to work independently or in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.