Inspector Trainee

Rk K; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, life, and 
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Disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Career Development

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Much, much more!

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an Inspector Trainee to join our construction management team in Virginia. You will receive comprehensive training across earthwork, paving, utilities, erosion and sediment control, bridges, surveying, and materials testing while working on active sites.

This role involves outdoor fieldwork, daily reporting, and using an iPad with field software, plus a structured two-year training program combining hands-on, virtual and classroom learning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy essential.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willing to attend training and obtain certifications.
• Basic math and unit conversion skills.
• Valid driving record required.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently or on a team.
• Previous construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contractor activities on active construction sites.
• Maintain daily records with descriptions, measurements and photos.
• Use an iPad and client recordkeeping software systems.
• Sample and test construction materials (soil, concrete, asphalt).
• Complete testing reports.
• Communicate daily with client, contractor, and field personnel.
• Pursue and complete a structured two-year training program (hands-on, virtual, classroom).

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Outdoor work tolerance

Independence and teamwork

Basic math skills

Driving record

Trustworthy and dependable

Willing to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

iPad

Recordkeeping software

Job description

We are looking for individuals interested in the construction industry to join the RK&K team as an Inspector Trainee. In this role, we will provide you with all the training you need to start a successful career in construction management with the opportunity to learn about earthwork, paving, utilities, erosion and sediment control, bridges, culverts, surveying, plan reading, materials testing, and so much more!

As an Inspector Trainee, you'll have the opportunity to be outdoors on an active construction site where you'll observe the contractor's operations such excavations, utility installations, pile driving, concrete pouring, and vegetation establishment, just to name a few.

If you're a candidate who is eager to learn, motivated, dependable, not afraid of the elements, and looking to be part of an exciting team, this may be the role for you. We have positions available throughout the state.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will be assigned to a field location and will primarily work independently with Virginia Department of Transportation and contractors while being responsible for:

• Inspection of contractor activities on an active construction site
• Daily record keeping, to include written descriptions of work perform, measurements of work performed, and photos
• Utilization of an iPad and client recordkeeping software systems
• Sampling and testing of construction materials, including soil, concrete, and asphalt
• Completion of testing reports
• Daily communication with client, contractor, and field project personnel
• Pursuit and completion of a structured two-year training program which combines hands-on, virtual, and classroom learning

Required Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Great attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal commination skills
• Ability to attend training classes, study independently, and obtain certifications
• Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate areas and volumes, and to convert between units
• Excellent driving record
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and ability to traverse unsteady terrain
• Candidates must also be trustworthy, responsible, dependable, and willing to work independently as well as part of a team.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous construction experience

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Career Development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.