Inspector/Locator I

Easton Utilities; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Easton Utilities is seeking a full-time Civil Inspector to perform construction inspections for Easton Utility projects in Easton, MD. The role requires ensuring compliance with specifications through field visits, contractor meetings, and daily follow-up.

Responsibilities include providing locating services and maintaining regular communications with the Manager of Engineering. Candidates must meet OSHA 30 hr requirements and obtain locator and inspector certifications within the stated

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have OSHA 30 hr General Industry and Construction courses.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Certified Locator within 12 months of hire.
• Certified Inspector within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections for Easton Utility projects.
• Ensure all projects are constructed according to specifications through field visits, meetings with contractors and daily follow up.
• Ensure all private construction is built according to standards through actual inspections, tests, and site visits.
• Keep the Manager of Engineering current on all Easton Utilities public and private construction projects through regular meetings as well as ongoing communications.
• Provides locating services.
• Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public relations

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Full Time Easton Utilities Commission, Easton, MD, US

Salary Range: $31.96 To $37.59 Hourly

REPORTS TO:

Civil Engineer

JOB OBJECTIVE:

To perform inspections for the Town of Easton and Easton Utilities’ projects. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Maryland’s utility locating legislative laws and all the Easton Utilities utility distribution systems.
• Must have construction experience in all related departments.
• Must have project inspection experience.
• Public relations, strong verbal and written communication skills also required.
• Certified Locator within 12 months of hire.
• Certified Inspector within 24 months of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Completion of OSHA 30 hr General Industry and Construction Courses

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the physical capabilities to be actively involved in construction projects in all weather conditions.
• Must wear proper PPE at all times

CORE VALUES OF EASTON UTILITIES:

• INTEGRITY –Operating with uncompromised values
• COMMITMENT – Unwavering dedication to our customers, our employees, our community, and our environment
• EXCELLENCE- An obvious distinction in all we do

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• ACCOUNTABILITY - Accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost effective results.
• INITIATIVE - Takes prompt action to accomplish tasks and meet goals and objectives.
• QUANTITY/QUALITY of WORK - Pays close attention to detail. Strives to achieve accuracy and consistency in all tasks.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS – The ability and willingness to find out what the customer wants or needs and to act accordingly. Dedicated to meeting external and internal customer needs.
• SAFETY ORIENTED – Knows and supports Easton Utilities safety programs and policies

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES:

• COLLABORATES – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• ORAL COMMUNICATION – The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others
• TIME MANAGEMENT – The ability to effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently
• WORKLOAD MANAGEMENT – The ability to prioritize and identify more critical and less critical activities and tasks; adjust priorities as appropriate
• WRITING SKILLS – The ability to produce clear, consice, logical, and grammatically correct written material

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform construction inspections for Easton Utility projects.
• Ensure all projects are constructed according to specifications through field visits, meeting with contractors and daily follow up.
• Ensure all private construction is built according to standards through actual inspections, tests, and site visits.
• Keep the Manager of Engineering current on all Easton Utilities public and private construction projects through regular meetings as well as on going communications.
• Provides locating services.
• Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.