Special Inspector

Hmh Llc; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Personal Leave starting at 120-hr

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/AD&D plans

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

401(k) with match

Profit Sharing and Bonus Program

Job summary

HMH Engineering in Missoula, MT is seeking inspectors and technicians to perform special inspections and testing of construction materials in the field.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends as workload demands. The pay range is $26-$38 per hour, dependent on experience, with opportunities for growth and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Monitor materials, installation, fabrication, erection, and placement to ensure plans/specs compliance.
• Accurately prepare daily field reports with test result calculations.
• Perform field observations and materials sampling/testing on buildings, bridges, roadways.
• Conduct tests on soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, and paving.
• Write daily field reports noting contractor work and contract compliance.
• Cast field samples for strength verification (concrete, masonry, grout).
• Provide updates to the Project Manager on daily progress.
• Collect samples and deliver to the laboratory; transport equipment as needed.
• Mentor and support team members to build a high-performing group.

Skills

Special inspections

Construction materials testing

Field observations

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Laptop/Tablet use

Job description

HMH Engineering (HMH) is a locally owned company based in Idaho that specializes in land surveying, civil engineering, and construction engineering and inspection. Since our establishment in 2011, we have expanded our presence throughout Idaho and Montana, with offices located in Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston, Meridian, Missoula, Ponderay, Rigby, Twin Falls, and Wallace.

HMH Engineering is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

About the Role

We are looking for inspectors and technicians who are comfortable being actively engaged on construction sites, performing special inspections and testing of construction materials in the field.

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days range Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. depending on project workload. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

The pay range is $26-$38 per hour, determined by relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring materials, installation, fabrication, erection, and placement of construction components to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Accurately prepare daily field reports that summarize the services provided and include calculations of test results.
• Perform field observations and materials sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, and roadways.
• Perform testing on construction materials, including soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, and paving.
• Write daily field reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents.
• Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc., for strength verification.
• Provide phone calls as necessary to the Project Manager to inform them of the daily progress of the project.
• Collect construction material samples and deliver them to the laboratory, while also transporting equipment to the site technicians.
• Contribute to building a high-performing team by mentoring and supporting the team within the scope of work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Use a company-provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Licenses

• Radiation safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge or the ability to obtain
• ICC Special Inspector Certifications (Reinforced Concrete, Pre-stressed Concrete, Soil, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Welding, Structural Steel and Bolting)
• ICC and/or ACI Certifications:
• ICC Reinforced Concrete
• ACI Certified Field Testing Technician Grade I or higher
• ICC Pre-Stressed Concrete
• ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
• ICC Spray-applied and Intumescent Fireproofing

Physical Demands

The physical demands outlined below represent the requirements that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. Additionally, the employee frequently needs to stand, walk, use their hands for tasks such as gripping or feeling objects, and reach with their arms. This role requires the ability to lift and bend, with the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and bend or stand as needed. Employees must also maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles, using both foot and ladder, while navigating rough, uneven terrain and steep surfaces.

What We Offer

• Professional development opportunities
• Paid Personal Leave starting at 120 hours/year
• Medical (Traditional or HSA), Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D plans
• Company paid Long Term Disability; Employee paid Short Term Disability plans
• Family Membership to Life Flight
• 401(k) Retirement plan upon meeting eligibility requirements (up to 4% match)
• Eligible for Profit Sharing and Bonus Program

HMH Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.