Special Inspector

Atlas; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an entry-level Special Inspector to support field inspections and sampling of construction materials across Boise, Idaho and nearby areas. You will test materials, review project plans, document results, and assist project teams with accurate reporting to ensure safe, high-quality infrastructure.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• Entry-level CS Technician Trainee with basic computer skills.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and random tests after hire.
• Atlas trains in fundamentals with certification goals within six months.
• High School diploma/GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform field tests.

Responsibilities

• Obtain representative samples of construction materials.
• Review plans and specifications for project requirements.
• Perform inspection and testing for rebar, epoxy, concrete, masonry, asphalt, and other items.
• Assist in the lab with materials testing and provide accurate reports.
• Track time, supplies, and training hours; complete timecards.

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're a Special Inspector ready to ensure the quality and compliance of construction materials and projects through field inspections, testing, and reporting, and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You'll collect and test construction material samples, perform field inspections, review project plans and specifications, document results, and support project teams with accurate reporting to help deliver safe, high-quality infrastructure projects.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Obtain representative samples of construction materials.
• Review plans and specifications for project requirements.
• Perform inspection and testing for: rebar, epoxy, concrete, masonry, asphalt, and other items.
• Assist in the lab with materials testing.
• Provide accurate test reports and daily diary to be submitted prior to leaving the jobsite.
• Track time and supplies for the projects worked.
• Track training hours on provided documentation.
• Return calls or email within a reasonable time period.
• Maintain a professional image.
• Maintain assigned gear in clean and operable condition.
• Complete timecards and expense reports at the end of each shift.
• Assist with the Boise, Pocatello and Idaho Falls workload and surrounding areas.
• Complete all required safety reporting.
• Must have a professional work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Work in a cooperative and courteous manner with the public, contractors, supervisors, and other department staff.
• Able to work weekends, early morning, or late evening hours

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Possess physical dexterity to perform field tests, including lifting up to 100 pounds, repeated bending, twisting and turning, climbing (ladders, scaffolds and stairs), walking distances on irregular surfaces, and standing for considerable periods.
• Ability to maintain safety consciousness at all times while working, driving, and on moving through construction sites and around heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to tolerate and work outdoors in extreme climatic conditions.
• Ability to drive safely and main alertness in varying driving conditions, including poor road conditions, long distances, in heavy traffic, and among heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials including radioactive sources, dust, chemicals, concrete, and other industrial and construction pollution.
• Read and follow procedures.
• A valid driving license, with a clean driving record, proof of insurance
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, and random tests after hire.
• High School diploma/GED
• This is an entry-level, CS Technician Trainee position for new employees with little or no training or experience. Atlas trains these employees in the basics with the expectation that they will successfully complete the ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1, and Radiation Safety Training certifications within the first six (6) months of employment.
• General computer skills such as: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Advanced understanding of construction materials testing.
• Basic mathematic and writing skills.
• Communication through phone calls and email.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About The Job

• Career Level: Entry
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.