Senior Soils & Grading Inspector (GA/GB)

GeoTek, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoTek, Inc. is hiring a Senior GB/GA Grading Inspector to perform advanced grading, soils testing, and site assessments on active construction projects.

You will evaluate field conditions, document results, and report findings in accordance with approved plans, geotechnical reports, and project guidelines. The role requires interpreting grading plans, monitoring earthwork operations, and communicating significant conditions to the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred in a science field; GA/GB grading certification ideal.
• Minimum 1+ year progressive GA grading/earthwork/soils inspection experience; strong field testing ability.
• Ability to read/interpret construction plans, specs, geotechnical reports; strong written reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform GB & GA-level grading and soils inspections on various construction projects.
• Observe mass grading, excavation, fill placement, moisture conditioning, compaction, and backfill for compliance.
• Conduct field density/compaction testing and document locations, elevations, and results.
• Perform proof-roll observations and assess subgrade and fill areas needing action.
• Review grading plans and project specs to determine inspection requirements.
• Communicate deficiencies and conditions to Project Manager for guidance.
• Coordinate with contractors on inspection/test readiness and corrective work.
• Maintain detailed inspection documentation identifying work observed and results.

Skills

Soils inspection

Earthwork

Field testing

Reading plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science related field

ICC Soils Certification (nice to have)

Job description

GeoTek, Inc. is hiring a Senior GB/GA Grading Inspector to perform advanced grading, soils testing, and site assessments on active construction projects.

You will evaluate field conditions, document results, and report findings in accordance with approved plans, geotechnical reports, and project guidelines. The role requires interpreting grading plans, monitoring earthwork operations, and communicating significant conditions to the Project Manager.