Senior Underground Utilities Inspector – San Diego

Unico Engineering Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

UNICO Engineering in San Diego seeks a seasoned Construction Inspector focused on underground utilities and related infrastructure. You will inspect water, sewer, electrical, and gas lines, read plans, and document daily findings with photos.

With five years of field inspection experience and knowledge of Caltrans standards, MUTCD, and local agency requirements, you will support project teams, ensure safety, and deliver accurate reports and change order input.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience verifying safe underground utilities installations.
• Experience inspecting transportation projects and structures.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of Cal OSHA and MUTCD preferred.
• Clean DMV record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and accurate reporting with photos.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and material testers.
• Assist Resident Engineers and advise on schedule and change orders.
• Read and interpret project plans and specs.
• Monitor site for compliance and document quantities of installed materials.
• Inspect traffic control and underground utilities work per Caltrans standards.
• Communicate with project team and provide site recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Underground utilities inspection

Excellent communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Plan/spec reading

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College preferred

Job description

UNICO Engineering in San Diego seeks a seasoned Construction Inspector focused on underground utilities and related infrastructure. You will inspect water, sewer, electrical, and gas lines, read plans, and document daily findings with photos.

With five years of field inspection experience and knowledge of Caltrans standards, MUTCD, and local agency requirements, you will support project teams, ensure safety, and deliver accurate reports and change order input.